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Nature’s resilience to bushfires

Nature’s resilience to bushfires

It’s inspiring to hear about the resilience of the Australian bush following devastating fires. The perspective from the Environment Institute’s Wayne Boardman highlights an important aspect of the ecosystem: that fire is a natural part of its life cycle. Many native plants have evolved to not only withstand fire but to thrive in its aftermath. 

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Trees are not the problem: a holistic approach to reverse deforestation

Prof Andrew Lowe (Environment Institute), Director General Robert Nasi (CIFOR-ICRAF)

In the fight against deforestation, it's crucial to look beyond just the trees. Ignoring human factors and systemic issues can leave us directionless in addressing this pressing challenge.

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