http://ssla.oneworld.net/article/archive/2741 sh_SH http://us.oneworld.net/link/gotolink/addhit/83798 The Peruvian government must protect the livelihoods and lands of isolated tribes in the Peruvian rainforest, said a South American indigenous federation after photos were taken of uncontacted tribes living along the Brazil-Peru border. From: Survival International http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/160629/1/2741 Google Earth has developed a new tool to help track future impact of climate change in India. Based on the findings of a joint UK-India research initiative, the map shows projected rise in temperature in different regions of the country leading to increased floods, droughts and loss of biodiversity. http://us.oneworld.net/link/gotolink/addhit/83742 Environmental degradation is a key factor turning extreme weather events into natural disasters, says a new report. http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/160566/1/2741 NEW YORK, May 16 (OneWorld) - Pressure is mounting on the Canadian government to take actions against private loggers and other business concerns that encroach upon indigenous peoples' territories. http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/160570/1/2741 As part of the Billion Tree Campaign, United Nations Environment Programme has set a new goal of planting 7 billion trees by the end of 2009. The campaign strongly encourages individuals, civil society networks and governments to plant indigenous trees that are appropriate to the local environment.