Van Mahotsav, meaning "Festival of Forests," is celebrated every year in the first week of July across India to raise awareness about tree planting and forest conservation. Initiated in 1950 by Dr. M.

Forests provide a wide range of services for human health and the environment, but are under increasing strain. Several EU initiatives and laws support forests, both within the European Union and ...

Deforestation harms the planet and humans in many ways. Trees play a major role in the global effort to slow the pace of climate change, preserve wildlife, and support more than eight billion people.

Elephants are vital to ecosystems. Learn interesting facts and how WWF works to protect them across Africa and Asia.