Smallholders make up approximately 70% of #palmoil production in Africa and engaging them is critical to transform the sector. Interesting insights on challenges and solutions for smallholders being discussed at the #Sustainable #PalmOilAfrica conference in Ghana today ZSL SPOTT

200 delegates came together yesterday for Africa’s 3rd Sustainable #PalmOil Conference, hosted by #RSPO & Proforest, to discuss the urgent need for a long-term sustainable development plan for oil palm production in the region. Read takeaways here > bit.ly/2P64Xu8

The deadline is fast approaching for two consultancy opportunities with ZSL to contribute to new research relating to #sustainable #PalmOil and #ResponsibleInvestment. Applications are due on 25th August - full details here: spott.org/consultancy-op…

I'm honoured to represent ENGOs on such an important topic at #RT17. It's great to see Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil developing innovative solutions to support smallholders.

JUST LAUNCHED: #ESG transparency assessments of 99 major #PalmOil companies by ZSL SPOTT. Traceability is key to meeting #ZeroDeforestation commitments, but most companies don't know where their palm oil comes from. Read more and explore the full results: spott.org/palm-oil/

New report by ZSL SPOTT found most companies don't know where their #palmoil comes from. Traceability is a crucial part of sustainability - companies must invest in traceability systems and join Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil 🌴 ZSL Michael Guindon Peter van der Werf bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

Ahead of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil #RT17, ZSL SPOTT has released new assessments of 99 of the world's most significant #PalmOil companies. #sustainability #nodeforestation Read the full results here: spott.org/palm-oil/

It is possible to keep using palm oil AND allow our jungles to thrive. Here's how. 👇 #ShareOurPlanet #SevenWorldsOnePlanet

ZSL believes choosing #Sustainable #PalmOil is the way forward for #WildlifeAndPeople to thrive - important to local economies and providing a high-yield low-input crop. Companies working with ZSL SPOTT can meet sustainability commitments to protect our #SevenWorldsOnePlanet

Looking forward to speaking about the role of certification in transforming commodity markets at the Innovation Forum conference this morning #palmoil Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil

Published today: world’s 1st assessment of sustainability in the natural rubber sector by ZSL SPOTT; found lack of transparency and commitments needed to protect #wildlife. Key to ZSL #FTAppeal – engaged private sector essential for conservation: zsl.org/conservation/n…

JUST OUT! WWF's #palmoil scorecard reveals that while some companies are making commendable progress on #sustainable palm oil, others are doing little or nothing at all. Check out the full results at: palmoilscorecard.panda.org

Boycotting #palmoil is not an effective strategy to make the sector more #sustainable. Read my take on the issue in @chinadialogue chinadialogue.net/article/show/s…

Indonesia, India, China and Malaysia collectively make up more than 45% of global #palmoil consumption. These markets can make a positive impact on the whole industry by transitioning towards #sustainablepalmoil, says Michael Guindon ZSL SPOTT. eco-business.com/opinion/a-boyc…

In China, less than 1% of #palmoil is certified as sustainable. But buyers on this market have significant potential to transform the industry, explains Michael Guindon in this opinion piece. Read more: eco-business.com/opinion/a-boyc… ZSL SPOTT

Voluntary commitments to end tropical deforestation by #2020 have failed. The lack of action by too many companies & financial institutions, & the lack of consequences, is impeding progress. Find out what can be done in the latest report: ow.ly/D33k50yjLuP #deforestation

Given their leverage, the largest producers and buyers of #palmoil have a unique responsibility in driving a more #sustainable palm oil industry. But are they leading by example? WWF and ZSL SPOTT dove into the data Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil members submitted bit.ly/2Sv1vIl

How are businesses working to create positive, lasting change in the palm oil sector? WWF asked companies included in our Palm Oil Buyers Scorecard to detail their journey to #sustainable #palmoil. More info 👉palmoilscorecard.panda.org #PalmOilScorecard

COVID-19 has created profound desire for change - and an opportunity for #business to help us make better, healthier choices. How we produce + consume #food is one area deserving attention. #WorldFoodDay #EatPlanetBased João Campari WWF WWF Partnerships 🤝🌿 planetbaseddiets.panda.org/insights/busin…