Total tropical primary forest loss in 2023 totaled 3.7 million hectares, the equivalent of losing almost 10 football fields of forest per minute!
The recent published report from Global Forest Watch delivers a sobering reality: deforestation rates are still rising. Last year Brazil and Columbia experienced reduced deforestation growth due to increased regulation, but unfortunately this is not the case in many other countries, and the overall data paint a stark picture of continued forest cover loss worldwide. Main drivers of deforestation include agricultural expansion, logging, infrastructure development, and urbanization.
Aligned with the goals set forth in international agreements like COP2030, we are committed to reducing deforestation rates significantly by 2030. However, achieving these targets requires more than just monitoring – it demands action and innovation.
One such innovation making waves in the fight against deforestation is CocoPallet. Traditionally, wooden pallets have been a ubiquitous feature in global supply chains, driving demand for timber and contributing to deforestation, if not FSC certified. This unsustainable practice not only threatens vital ecosystems and biodiversity but also exacerbates climate change by releasing stored carbon into the atmosphere.
CocoPallet offers a sustainable alternative to this destructive cycle. Made from 100% coconut husk without any additives, these fully biobased pallets not only reduce reliance on timber but also repurpose agricultural by-products that would otherwise go to waste. By utilizing coconut husks, CocoPallet not only minimizes deforestation but also promotes sustainable agriculture and circular economy practices.
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