Uncover the surprising drivers of deforestation around the world and what crops are contributing to this global crisis ...

Everyday foods are emerging as key drivers of global deforestation, with impacts spread across many countries rather than a ...

Uncover the critical effects of habitat loss on biodiversity. This in-depth analysis provides insights into the consequences for species and ecosystems alike.

A study confirms the major impact meat production has had on deforestation, but also reveals several overlooked drivers of ...

The first roads that cut through rainforests are well-known conduits for deforestation. However, new research finds that secondary roads, those that branch off the primary road, cause far more forest ...

Maize, rice and cassava drive more deforestation than major export-oriented crops like cocoa, coffee, and rubber. This has ...

A single tropical tree can create as much cooling as several air conditioners, and across forests can cool a whole region.

Maize, rice and cassava drive more deforestation than major export-oriented crops like cocoa, coffee, and rubber. This has been shown by researchers ...

Human activity is rapidly changing our environment, and there are some surprising consequences. Take the deforestation of rainforests — which... Deforestation causes drought in tropical rainforests ...

Tree clearance in the tropics has two main effects that drive rainfall responses. First, the amount of water that evaporates from vegetation is reduced, decreasing the amount of moisture that enters ...