Why is Palm Oil So Controversial?

Palm oil has been sweeping the globe for decades now making its way into just about every household item. But what is palm oil? Palm oil is the vegetable oil that is pressed from the fruit and seed of the Elaeis guineensis (oil palm tree), which are local to areas […]
Why are Mangrove Forests Vital?

Mangrove forests are found in countries such as the Philippines, America, Australia, and Indonesia, but occupy only 0.1% of global land area. They provide a large number of unique benefits such as acting as a carbon sink, providing habitat for endangered species, and preventing land erosion. However they are under […]