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🌿 Real Climate Action: How Carbon Credits Are Saving Rainforests My latest article in Forbes highlights the transformative impact of carbon credits in safeguarding our planet's rainforests. Rainforests are more than biodiversity hotspots—they are essential buffers against climate change. Through innovative carbon credit programs, local communities are empowered to protect these ecosystems while achieving sustainable livelihoods. These efforts not only preserve critical habitats but also support global goals for a greener future. The power of carbon credits lies in their ability to align economic incentives with environmental protection. When managed responsibly, they offer a scalable solution to mitigate climate change and support those on the frontlines of conservation. Let’s champion these initiatives and recognize the critical role of local and indigenous communities in making real climate action possible. 🌱 Read more about these efforts and join the conversation: Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/gX-Er7ff #ClimateAction #RainforestConservation #CarbonCredits #SustainableDevelopment

Wildlife Alliance works hand-in-hand with local communities to design and implement programs that will benefit both people and wildlife, such as introducing modern irrigation methods, providing educational opportunities, and promoting sustainable income-generating activities. Sophalleth Eang #Cambodia #WildlifeAlliance #JoinTheAlliance #Conservation #Culture #traditions #Community #REDDPlus #Education

On World Toilet Day, we celebrate the impactful work of Wildlife Alliance, which through the Southern Cardamom REDD+ Project, has built 74 toilets in rural communities addressing the sanitation crisis. We envision to build even more toilets to uplift and empower these communities. #wildlifealliance #SouthernCardamomREDDPlus #WorldToiletDay #Cambodia

Happy 71st Anniversary of Independence Day to our fellow Cambodians! Wildlife Alliance celebrates this special occasion by honoring and appreciating the rich cultural heritage that characterizes our sovereign nation through full independence. #wildlifealliance #IndependenceDay #Cambodia

As we celebrate Pchum Ben, Wildlife Alliance sends warm wishes for prosperity, good luck, and happiness to everyone. #wildlifealliance #HappyPchumBen #festival #Cambodia

For the third year in a row, our behind-the-scenes tour at the Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre has won Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Award!  This World Tourism Day, visit our rescue center to have a once in a lifetime experience. https://lnkd.in/gCPdFNtV #wildlifealliance #phnomtamao #WorldTourismDay #touristattraction #Cambodia

Let's protect our planet on International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer. The ozone layer shields us from harmful UV-B radiation. Carbon in the atmosphere threatens the ozone layer, but trees help by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.  Let's continue preserving the Cardamom Rainforest and planting more trees to safeguard our environment #wildlifealliance #InternationalDayForThePreservationOfTheOzoneLayer #CardamomsForever #Cambodia

We are pleased that Verra has lifted the hold on the Southern Cardamom REDD+ Project following an extensive 14-month review. After reexamining eight years of our work and independent audits, Verra found no non-conformities and has now: •Lifted the hold with immediate effect. •Reconfirmed that the project meets the VCS, CCB and SD VISta standards. •Approved actions for the project’s continuous improvement that go above and beyond the requirements of Verra’s standards. These actions – most of which have been implemented or are already underway – stem from our ongoing consultation with local communities and were planned prior to Verra’s review. They include measures to enhance communication between communities and forest rangers, engage pro bono legal support for communities, expand human rights training for rangers, and establish a new community-managed fund. Most importantly, the project continues to have strong community support. This year, 93% of participating community members voted in favor of the project. However, despite this support and today’s positive news, the Southern Cardamom REDD+ Project and all it has achieved is under threat. After more than a year on hold and unable to issue Verified Emissions Reductions (VERs), we have been implementing the project on a shoestring budget. During this time, threats to the forest persisted and thousands of local people looked to the project for funding to provide clean drinking water, increase food security, and for healthcare and education. Now that the hold has been lifted, we will do everything we can to meet this urgent need and deliver essential funding to the communities of the Southern Cardamoms - to continue to improve their situation while protecting this vital forest ecosystem. #Cambodia #WildlifeAlliance #SouthernCardamomREDD #CommunitySupport #Community https://lnkd.in/ghvY7m7x

Yesterday, on September 8th, 2024, marking International Literacy Day, we should remember that every student in rural areas deserves the chance to pursue higher education. Thanks to the Southern Cardamoms REDD+ Project, 16 of our scholars have been able to do so, with 5 of them graduating successfully this year. Additionally, the project has created 7 scholarship opportunities for students in rural areas to pursue a bachelor's degree and General English for 4 years. #wildlifealliance #InternationalLiteracyDay #scholarshipopportunities #Cambodia

The Indigenous People believe that they are an integral part of the natural world and that it is their responsibility to protect the forests, the wildlife and the biodiversity. Today, Wildlife Alliance is honored to celebrate the 30th International Day of the World's Indigenous People and to work alongside Indigenous People communities in the Cardamom Rainforest Landscape, sharing a common goal of preserving the scared natural resources for the planet earth. #wildlifealliance #internationalDayOfTheWorldsindigenousPeople #Cambodia