Rethinking Sustainable Palm Oil: The University of Padua Study Challenging the Demonization Narrative
Leggi l’articolo in italiano A new study by Etifor and the University of Padua shows that oil palm cultivation can significantly reduce its environmental impact when embedded in controlled, traceable and sustainability-driven supply chains. The findings challenge the simplistic narrative of palm oil as the sole driver of deforestation, shifting the debate toward scientific evidence, […]
The EU and sustainability, agenda 2026: A coming-of-age moment for Brussels’ regulator?
Read the article in Italian For a long time, the EU seemed to be racing towards regulatory overload, heedless of the cries of pain rising from the productive sector. However, 2026 could be the turning point, characterized by a ‘rewinding of the tape’ – geared towards simplification – that puts growth back at the center […]
Understanding to change: palm oil between science, biodiversity and real-world practice
Leggi l’articolo in italiano We have just celebrated World Nature Conservation Day. It’s not just a symbolic occasion, but a time to pause and reflect: how can we continue to thrive while protecting nature? This day invites us to move beyond outdated and ideological views and to build a new balance between humanity and the […]
Palm oil, food security and sustainability: lessons from Jakarta
Jakarta, 3rd July 2025 We’ve just returned from an intense and inspiring journey through Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur, meeting farmers, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and public officials working every day to feed millions of people. During our visit, we had the chance to speak at a public dialogue organized by GAPKI titled “Step-by-Step Journey of EUDR: […]
When Biodiversity Is Cultivated In The Field
Leggi l’articolo in italiano When we think of biodiversity monitoring, we often imagine researchers in khaki with binoculars and clipboards. But what if the people best placed to observe wildlife in oil palm landscapes aren’t scientists at all, but the workers already working on these lands every day? That’s exactly the thinking behind PENDAKI, a […]
EUDR: Time to Get Serious
Leggi l’articolo in italiano Adoption, revision, postponement, or withdrawal? The EUDR is back in the spotlight. Initially presented as a turning point in the global fight against deforestation, it is now turning into an uncertain and never-ending regulatory saga. The intentions were ambitious: to make European supply chains deforestation-free, promote traceability, and foster environmental responsibility. […]
Replacing Palm Oil? Not a Sustainable Choice
Leggi l’articolo in italiano Two scientific studies debunk false myths: replacing palm oil increases environmental impact. One of the most discussed topics in the debate on the relationship between food and the environment concerns the impact of vegetable oils. In particular, palm oil continues to be the subject of unfounded criticism, often accused of being […]
Palm Oil and Biodiversity: a possible alliance
Leggi l’articolo in italiano Every May 22, the International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated – a global call to rethink our relationship with nature. This year’s theme, Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development, urges us to move beyond outdated paradigms: must development and the environment always be in conflict? Or can we envision a […]
EUDR: The Delay for Effective Implementation
Leggi l’articolo in italiano The European Parliament has voted in plenary session to approve the European Commission’s proposal to postpone the application of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by one year. The text remains unchanged, reflecting the agreement reached during recent trilogue negotiations. This decision is a welcome one. The additional time demonstrates the […]
Shifting Dynamics in Europe: Readiness for EUDR Implementation at the 20th IPOC
SWIFTING DINAMICS IN EUROPE: READINESS FOR EUDR IMPLEMENTATION . IPOC, November 2024 . Pietro Paganini had the privilege of delivering the keynote address at the 20th Indonesian Palm Oil Conference (IPOC), held in Bali from November 6-8.This annual conference is organized by Gapki, the Indonesian Palm Oil Association. With over 2,000 participants from around the […]