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Indigenous rainforests are the climate solution we can’t ignore

One of the most powerful tools we have against the climate crisis are rainforests stewarded by Indigenous peoples. Indigenous peoples may hold just 30% of the Amazon, but they’re punching well above their weight, locking away a massive 460…

30% of the Amazon is protected by Indigenous peoples

Spanning an area 75% of the size of Europe, at 1.5 billion acres, the Amazon is the world’s largest rainforest and Indigenous peoples safeguard almost a third of it. Protecting a rainforest area seven times the size of the UK…

The Hidden Impact of International Aid Cuts

I’m concerned about the retreat of wealthy nations from climate funding and here’s why. Last week saw the UK government’s reduction from 0.5% to 0.3% of Gross National Income in foreign aid commitment, coupled with the US administration’s…

What do rainforest communities have in common?

More in common than just trees Rainforest communities, whether in the Peruvian Amazon or along the rainforest coastline of Papua New Guinea, have something in common: they are all on the frontlines of a climate crisis they didn’t create. Climate…

Cool Earth’s BBC Radio 4 appeal to protect rainforests

BBC Radio 4 appeal will broadcast Cool Earth’s appeal to protect rainforests on April 6th 2025. The appeal will be voiced by wildlife cameraman and Cool Earth ambassador Vianet Djenguet. Funds from the appeal will be used to support Indigenous…

From Mining to Rainforest Conservation  

This is the story of Regina Kewa, who left a 20-year career in the mining industry to instead protect rainforests in Papua New Guinea with Cool Earth. Regina had worked for years with a mining company, supporting rainforest communities that…

The King Plants a Tree to Commemorate The Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy

The King planted an Acer rubrum, ‘October Glory’, in the grounds of Buckingham Palace, to commemorate the achievements of The Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy and in  recognition of His Majesty’s longstanding commitment to environmental conservation and  the enduring bond between the…

Cyclone Alfred Hits PNG’s Coastal Communities

In Gadaisu and Wabumari, Papua New Guinea, communities are feeling the impacts of the climate crisis firsthand, with extreme weather in the form of Cyclone Alfred wiping out homes, food, and safety. These communities are not just fighting to survive,…

Indigenous Leaders Are Fighting Big Oil

Indigenous Leaders Are Taking On Big Oil – And We’re With Them At Cool Earth, we believe the best way to protect rainforests is by backing the Indigenous communities who have cared for them for generations, recognising their deep knowledge…