Forestry

PZ Cussons becomes latest consumer products giant to commit to phase out deforestation in its supply chain

DECC confirms exemptions for Timber Standard for arboricutural residues and land restoration projects

Government-backed report concludes that sustainable biomass can cut carbon emissions, but fears remain that some projects could lead to higher emissions

Green search engine acquires e-commerce app provider as it seeks to maximise funding for forest protection projects

Alex Werbowy of Alliance Trust Investments explains why sustainable investors need to be aware of their potential impact on the world's forests

Pope Francis calls exploitation of nature the "sin of modern times"

Food giant reveals plans to trace all palm oil back to plantations by end of 2015

New REA-affiliated body formed to represent expanding biomass boiler industry and associated supply chain

Julian Morgan-Jones of the newly launched Wood Heat Association argues that biomass heat technologies are poised to move into the mainstream

Drinks giant unveils raft of new pledges to tackle deforestation, but green group says they do not go far enough