Five Great Forests Alliance
From NC Bird Conservation
Description
An alliance that includes countries, NGOs, Indigenous Peoples, and local communities has announced a commitment to protect the 5 Great Forests of Mesoamerica—the last remaining intact forests from Mexico to Colombia critical for wildlife, carbon sequestration, clean water, and food security to five million people.
The 5 great forests provide important ecosystem services to 5 million people, including clean water, clean air, food security, and climate stability.