BRAZIL – On October 21, 2024, at the start of COP16, The Brazilian Tree Industry Institute (Ibá) launched its study “Biodiversity: A Commitment from the Brazilian Cultivated Tree Sector.”

The 55-page report outlines the ongoing actions of sector companies that align with the 23 goals of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.

For decades, the cultivated tree sector has been committed to biodiversity, with over 8,310 species recorded across five Brazilian biomes. Among them, 335 species are threatened with extinction. Notable examples include the Estação Veracel Reserve in Bahia, which conserves over 6,000 hectares of Atlantic Forest and species like the endangered harpy eagle.

The Indaiá Project, supported by Cenibra in Minas Gerais, promotes sustainable harvesting and community development.

The report highlights Ibá’s active role in government discussions on biodiversity, aligning with Goal 14 of the Global Framework. Companies like Veracel, Suzano, Klabin, CMPC, and Bracell are featured for their efforts.

“Cultivated tree sector companies are turning biodiversity goals into real actions,” said Ibá President Paulo Hartung.