Contributions from the field staff, local community members and other stakeholders on the ground
The discovery of a damselfly species that is new to science1, an insect related to dragonflies and part of the Odonata order, deep within Sumatra’s peat swamp forests is a reminder that some of the
APRIL Group is deeply concerned and shocked by the tragic discovery of a dead Sumatran elephant on 2 February 2026 within the concession area of its operating arm, PT Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (PT
Regular river maintenance is necessary to protect biodiversity, facilitate natural drainage and support local livelihoods The first step for each intervention is to consult with communities who may be affected to explain the plans and
Established in 2014, APRIL’s Fire Free Village Programme (FFVP) stands as a cornerstone of APRIL’s Strategic Fire Management approach. This comprehensive initiative cultivates strong partnerships with local communities, actively engaging them in fire prevention and
The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency and Australian Bureau of Meteorology have officially declared an El Niño and a positive Indian Ocean Dipole, both of which are caused by temperature changes in the Pacific
Members of the Fire Free Alliance (FFA) met recently to discuss their commitments and preparations in anticipation of the 2020 dry season in Indonesia. Attendees at the meeting, held on June 17, also discussed climate
APRIL’s adoption of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to enhance its social and economic contribution is the subject of a case study recently published at the World Business Council on Sustainable Development’s (WBCSD) SDG
