Palm Oil

Firms adhering to RSPO Next will have to fulfill a range of more demanding criteria than the core standard in an effort to better limit the damage done by palm oil

HCS+ study rejects 'zero deforestation' approach while advocating for 'carbon neutral' palm oil - But will it just confuse companies committed to sustainable supply chains?

RSPO Next scheme aims to recognise most sustainable companies, but is it really needed when many firms are still failing to deliver basic improvements?

Unilever's Paul Polman warns deforestation is struggling to secure the status it deserves at climate talks

New research shows consumers are willing to pay more for palm oil from sustainable sources as long as it helps fund conservation efforts

News and analysis exploring the challenges businesses face as they seek to tackle global deforestation

BusinessGreen outlines the key steps firms need to take when developing a sustainable forest supply chain

Brazil and Indonesia paid over $40bn in subsidies to industries that drive rainforest destruction between 2009 and 2012 - compared to $346m in conservation aid they received to protect forests, according to new research

Announcements come as Asia Pulp and Paper defends criticism over its Forest Conservation Policy

Campaign group SumOfUs attacks Pepsico's 'irresponsible palm oil sourcing policy'