Join us on an extraordinary expedition as we delve into the captivating world of satellite monitoring, uncovering the remarkable collaboration between Earthworm Foundation (formerly known as The Forest Trust - TFT) and Airbus. In our latest video, "The Cocoa Beneath," we journey to the vibrant landscapes of Ivory Coast, where cutting-edge technology and environmental stewardship…
Thomas Crowther, a British scientist specialising in ecosystem ecology and the principal scientific adviser to the United Nations' Billion Tree Campaign, gave an edifying TED talk in which he explains that by generating a holistic understanding of Earth’s ecosystems, we transform our ability to understand climate change, and identify the best strategies to address it……
Tropical forests in Côte d'Ivoire are regenerating faster than expected, according to 80 international scientists. The remarkable finding reveals that these forests can restore up to 80% of their soil fertility, structure, and plant diversity within a mere 20-year timeframe, all without any human intervention. This natural restoration process offers a promising pathway for the…
Dr. Brent Loken, WWF's Chief Scientist for Global Food, provides valuable insights into the complex issue of feeding a global population of 10 billion people. As a thought leader, he emphasizes the importance of considerations such as agricultural productivity, sustainability, distribution systems, and socioeconomic factors. Dr. Loken highlights the need for increased productivity and efficiency…
The province of Loreto in northern Peru is grappling with two significant environmental challenges. Firstly, there is a rampant issue of timber trafficking, with estimates suggesting that between 78% and 88% of trees are being illegally felled. Secondly, the expansion of agricultural land is contributing to deforestation, particularly affecting indigenous communities who live under precarious…
In the south of the country, lush forest sits alongside a semi-arid landscape, creating a spectacle that looks man-made, yet is perfectly natural. A study by researchers at Princeton University reveals why...
In the southernmost regions of South Africa, there is an incredible landscape that leaves an indelible impression on anyone who sees it for…
A study by INRAE (Institut national de la recherche agronomique) shows an increased presence of micro-organisms in biodynamic soils. These conclusions concern in particular viticulture, a sector at the forefront in this field.
The result is indisputable. According to a meta-analysis carried out by Amélie Christel, of AgroParisTech, Pierre-Alain Maron and Lionel Ranjard, of the…
In this region of the world, several studies show that traditional agricultural practices deteriorate the soil, reduce groundwater reserves and increase greenhouse gas emissions.
The deleterious effects of conventional agriculture are not confined to industrialized countries. In South Asia, which is home to almost 25% of the world’s population, it is mainly rice and wheat…
Marion Guillou is a French engineer and polytechnician, specialized in global food security. She was the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the École Polytechnique (2008-2013) and President and CEO of INRA (2004-2012). She is a member of the High Council for Climate, a structure created in 2018 and working alongside the French Prime…
Cyril Dion is a writer, director, poet and committed environmentalist. He directed the successful documentary "Demain" with Mélanie Laurent. His latest film, Animal, evokes the 6th mass extinction of species through the journeys of two teenagers, Bella and Vipulan. The director talks to us about the moments and encounters that have particularly marked him during…