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Protecting tropical forests is vital to tackling climate change. Empowering Indigenous and local communities is the best way to preserve and restore forests. Funds will be used to support our forest partners to tackle deforestation, plant trees and inspire people across Wales to take climate action.
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Situation
Our planet is in a climate and nature emergency. Extreme weather events, such as flooding and droughts, are becoming commonplace. Meanwhile, in 2023 almost 4 million hectares of precious tropical forest were destroyed – twice the size of Wales. Evidence shows greenhouse gases are heating our planet and destabilising the climate. To limit this damage, we must drastically cut emissions and limit global warming to 1.5°C. However, time is running out.
Solution
We believe empowering Indigenous and local communities is the best way to preserve and restore forests. Funds raised will be used to support our forest partners in South America, Africa and SE Asia to tackle deforestation and plant trees. We will also work to inspire communities in Wales to reduce our global deforestation footprint by promoting ethical food and forest friendly living. A focus will be on empowering young people and marginalised communities in Wales to have their voices heard.
