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Deforestation in Indonesia

Sustainable Palm Oil – Really??? Is that possible?

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 12/01/2015 by tlhess05/24/2017

“Oxymoron” has always been one of our favorite words. Why? Because usually an oxymoron is funny. It’s a combination of two words which completely negate each other, yet they go together for some reason. For example, when a restaurant menu … Continue reading →

Tagged Indonesia, palm oil, rainforest, World Wildlife Federation
Greenhouse effect

The Greenhouse Effect – how does it really work?

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 11/30/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

Most of us think we know what is meant by “the greenhouse effect”. But could we explain it to a ten year old child? Fortunately, we don’t have to struggle with that. Many good resources are available to help with … Continue reading →

Tagged climate change, greenhouse effect
Amazon rainforest burning

Future of Conservation – Part 2: There is some good news

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 11/01/2015 by tlhess03/26/2017

It is very easy to get discouraged when we read reports about destruction of habitats and the damage to our planet caused by climate change. But there is also some good news. Individuals and organizations are using new technologies to … Continue reading →

Tagged Conservation, deforestation, Greater North Texas Orchid Society, habitat, orchid, rainforest
Dracula Orchid

Update on the Dracula Reserve in Ecuador

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/29/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

Over a year ago I wrote an article about a proposed orchid reserve where a number of species of the Dracula Orchid could be found.  The land has been purchased and additional acres are under negotiation. Rainforest Trust is a partner in this venture. I am honored to be a supporter of this organization, and am very excited that the project is moving forward.

Tagged biodiversity, Conservation, deforestation, Dracula Reserve, habitat, orchid, Rain Forest Trust, rainforest
Rainforest Action Network

Snack food scorecard – which companies are least earth-friendly?

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/27/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

Which companies are the biggest culprits in using palm oil which causes widespread deforestation, loss of habitat, loss of livelihood for indigenous people, and unbreathable air for hundreds of square miles in rainforest areas? Find out who they are and what you can do to help.

Tagged Conservation, deforestation, forest fire, habitat, Oklahoma Orchid Society, orchid, plant based diet, rainforest
Falm Oil plantation in Costa Rica

How does palm oil use contribute to deforestation and climate change?

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/27/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

“Saving Indonesia’s forests isn’t just something that should be done by Indonesian people. We, the people of Indonesia, hope that every person in this world, including the people in the United States, gather with us, the people of Indonesia to … Continue reading →

Tagged Conservation, deforestation, habitat, palm oil, plant based diet, rainforest
Greg Asner - ecology from the air

Ecology from the air – better ways to track changes

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/21/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

Thanks to new technology, is now possible to track data about ecology and the environment in  highly efficient and effective ways. Until now the ability to observe and gather data has been extremely expensive, requiring humans to physically visit the … Continue reading →

Tagged biodiversity, Conservation, deforestation, habitat, rainforest
Orchid of unknown species

Our vanishing flowers

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/17/2015 by tlhess03/07/2017

It is estimated that 68 per cent of the world’s flowering plants are threatened or endangered.  So writes Stephen L. Buchmann in the New York Times. Why is this happening? Read the article here.


Tagged biodiversity, climate change, Conservation, deforestation, orchid, rainforest
organic farming

Small scale farmers cool the planet using smart techniques

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/15/2015 by tlhess03/25/2017

News about climate change and global warming is all around us. But is anyone actually doing something about it? Sometimes the most surprising answers come – not from big research facilities – but from everyday people. Small farmers are concerned, … Continue reading →

Tagged agricultural practices, Conservation, drought, flooding
Fremch Fries

Palm Oil Checklist

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/07/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

So, why is palm oil use such a problem?  It is a problem because hundreds of acres of rainforest are lost every hour and being replaced by palm oil plantations.  Want to know how your favorite products and stores stack … Continue reading →

Tagged Conservation, deforestation, habitat, palm oil
Palm Oil Farm in Costa Rica

Progress in decreasing demand for Palm Oil

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/06/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

Palm oil production is a major factor in loss of tropical rainforests.  Hundreds of acres of natural habitats are lost around the world every single hour.  Palm oil is used in many commercially prepared foods, as well as in large … Continue reading →

Tagged Conservation, deforestation, palm oil, rainforest
monkey faced orchid in Ecuador

Future of Conservation Part 1: How to remain optimistic

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 10/01/2015 by tlhess03/26/2017

As I look at conservation programs around the world, it is hard not to worry about whether enough is being done and whether current strategies will be effective. For orchids in Ecuador, to lemurs in Madagascar, habitats are shrinking at … Continue reading →

Tagged climate change, Conservation, habitat, Madagascar, orchid, rainforest
Forest firest

Climate change increases droughts, which increases wildfires

Orchid Art by Charles Hess Posted on 09/22/2015 by tlhess08/04/2017

Nature has an amazing ability to restore balance and order after a catastrophe.  When fire rages and forests burn, gradually new trees grow from scattered seeds.  But not always. This year’s fires in the western U.S are more widespread and … Continue reading →

Tagged deforestation, drought

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