We just got the results from a global public poll and it’s good news for the planet: A staggering 86% of people surveyed believe that protecting forests is critical in the fight against climate change. Results also show that 82% of people want their governments to take more action on forests, showing overwhelming public support to halt deforestation.

This surge of public support for forest protection comes at a crucial moment. Healthy and standing forests are vital in the fight against the climate crisis, and with  COP30 fast approaching, we must pressure country delegates to discuss and implement an action plan to halt deforestation by 2030. 

A few highlights from the public poll: 

• Poll respondents not only want to see their governments address forest destruction, they also believe that the most effective results can be achieved with global cooperation through international agreements to end deforestation (77%), and to commit to a new action plan to halt the destruction of forests and other ecosystems (75%).  

• When it comes to forest protection, respondents place the most confidence in Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (78%), well above national governments (49%) or corporations (42%). 75% agree that Indigenous Peoples should receive funding to protect forests.
• Over four in five respondents think that companies which contribute to deforestation should be held accountable by governments, who should strengthen enforcement and punish environmental crimes. 

Here’s what you can do right now to help stop forest destruction! 

The stakes for the Amazon rainforest — and for global climate stability — have never been higher.  You can make a difference by taking action now: 

• Sign the petition demanding political leaders negotiate a strong action plan to protect forests at COP 30 this November. 
• Send a message to political leaders, letting them know why you want them to protect forests around the world right now. 
• Get informed: click here to discover more on Amazon and how we can protect it.