Human activity has driven a million plant and animal species to the verge of extinction, but individuals can help now by adopting practices outlined in this article. This article explains what we can all do.
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The world of orchids, and the importance of protecting their habitat, became an important part of my life when I was introduced to these beautiful plants during my five-year assignment in the Philippines, as an engineer with Texas Instruments. Species … Continue reading →
Destruction of the Amazon is driven by the world’s demand for beef. Rainforest acreage is cleared for cattle grazing, or for growing soy to feed livestock. The stakes for life on Planet Earth are huge. More>
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The Galveston Bay Orchid Society invited me to give a conservation talk at their September monthly meeting in League City, Texas (south of Houston). As chair of the SWROGA conservation committee, my presentation included an update on projects this past … Continue reading →
If Aldo Leopold were living today, what would he have to say about Orchid Conservation? He certainly must have had the opportunity to observe a great many North American orchid species and if he did, he would have understood the … Continue reading →
Colombia’s Serrania del Chiribiquete has been declared the world’s largest tropical rainforest national park following decades of efforts by environmental experts and conservationists. The park, which is home to nearly 3,000 animal and plant species, has been expanded by more than … Continue reading →
Massive loss of natural habitat due to deforestation is occurring at an increasing level, largely due to animal agriculture.
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At the United Nations Forum indigenous leaders tell the world about their sacred grounds now exploited and sold for profit. Read the article here. .
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Trees, particularly those in the lush tropics, pull carbon dioxide out of the air as they grow and lock that carbon in their wood and soil. When humans cut down or burn trees, the carbon gets released back into the … Continue reading →
We have good news to report. Our conservation efforts are paying off, in the form of additional acres of rainforest purchased in Ecuador. A large and valuable reserve is now even bigger than before! Many heartfelt thanks to all our … Continue reading →
Making the decision to purchase only “eco-friendly” products is a worthwhile goal for all of us who care about conservation of the Earth’s ecosystem. In order to make intelligent buying choices, we need to be well informed. This is where … Continue reading →
Rainforest Trust has been recognized as one of the most efficient and effective nonprofit organizations in the U.S. by Charity Navigator, an independent evaluator of charities. This is the 8th time that Rainforest Trust has received a 4-star rating (the … Continue reading →
Diabetes, osteoporosis, kidney disease and cancer top the list of medical problems which are both difficult and expensive to treat. Moreover, these diseases all too often prove fatal. Very few of us have been spared from being affected, either directly … Continue reading →