Can palm oil firms really create a sustainable future?

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The palm oil industry has stepped up efforts to reduce its environmental impact, but as Jessica Shankleman discovers, many challenges remain

Plans to create a sustainable palm oil industry are set to take a major step forward next month when the World Bank Group (WBG) presents a long-awaited strategy detailing how it could lift its moratorium...

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