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Albert Ferguson

20th century major events - 1 views

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20th major events

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Gabrielle O

Solutions to Deforestation | Greenpeace - 0 views

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  • forests are being logged for timber and paper pulp and cleared to grow mono-crops like soy and palm oil while they are deteriorating from the impacts of global warming. Deforestation is a major driver of global warming, responsible for up to 20 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions–more than all the cars, trucks, planes, boats and trains in the world combined.
  • What you can do Wield your consumer power! Make sure that the forest derived products you buy are made from 100% post-consumer content materials Buy only from companies that have a commitment to reducing deforestation through an environmentally friendly purchasing policy If you are buying products made from virgin forest fiber, make sure that it bears a seal from a credible forestry certification system, like the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Read more about the FSC and false forms of forest certification As a consumer ask questions about how the products you buy impact the forests. Educate your friends, family, and community about how our actions here can impact forests thousands of miles away.
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