Publications
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This third report in the No Food Left Behind series further examines post-harvest loss and looks at options for recovering surplus produce and decreasing loss rates. Focusing on labor as one of the main reasons farmers are often unable to harvest, the report looks for solutions that can make economic sense for growers, potentially create a new job market, and get edible, surplus food to the food rescue and recovery network.
Through an iterative human-centered design and research process, the research team asks the question of whether the agricultural industry could leverage technology and the gig-economy workforce to tackle the challenge of getting surplus produce to market.
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The COVID-19 coronavirus, which is suspected to have originated in Wuhan in the Hubei province of China, has become a global pandemic. With illegal and unregulated wildlife markets likely to increase the risk of outbreaks in the future, WWF commissioned GlobeScan to conduct a survey among the general public in Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam to measure and better understand opinions on what support looks like for the closure of all illegal and unregulated markets, within the context of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Between the 3rd and the 11th of March, 2020, GlobeScan interviewed 5,000 respondents. Respondents were randomly selected and were asked about their sentiments on the coronavirus outbreak in their respective country and their opinions on illegal and unregulated markets selling wildlife. For the purpose of this survey, ‚Äòwild animals‚' were defined as non-domesticated, non-livestock terrestrial animals (non-insect and non-aquatic).
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Last year the Amazon captured the world‚'s attention as fires tore through the world‚'s largest rain forest. This report outlines what enabled these fires, and what actions WWF and partners have taken to aid in response and recovery.
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Nature-based Solutions are varied approaches to address a wide range of challenges for society, while also benefiting people and nature. Recently, Nature-based Solutions have emerged as essential tools to support broader efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change.
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Tuna are among the world's most commercially valuable fish. This strong global demand for tuna and the overcapacity of fishing fleets will likely cause stocks of the seven major commercial tuna species to decline if management strategies are not improved. While WWF has primarily engaged in sustainability efforts with major global tuna brands, retailers and consumers, the G-FAST model aims to improve sustainability practices from the very beginning of the supply chain through directly engaging with tuna fishing vessel owners.
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This report outlines the research methodologies and technical research of WWF's No Food Left Behind: Underutilized Produce Ripe for Alternative Markets including a discussion of results featuring voices from the field and quantification of the environmental impacts of loss.
Revision updated as of March 09, 2020
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With global attention increasingly focused on meaningful responses to the climate crisis, one of the most asked questions is about the role carbon markets can play in achieving "net-zero" emissions. This document details WWF's position on voluntary carbon markets and provides recommendations for businesses interested in purchasing carbon credits.
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Abuse of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) permits and certificates is a global issue that affects a wide range of species and can take place across the entire trade chain. Commerce in precious timber, caviar and live animals including primates, birds and reptiles, is particularly vulnerable.
Methods of abuse range widely and all can be facilitated by corruption. The involvement of corrupt officials, including high-level individuals, makes this problem more difficult to solve.
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This content is made possible by the generous support of the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The contents are the responsibility of World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and do not necessarily reflect the views of USAID, the United States Government, or individual TNRC consortium members.
