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Rimba Raya Company Profile

At a time of otherwise unprecedented destruction of Indonesian forests, Rimba Raya is the world’s largest initiative to protect and preserve lowland peat swamp forests - one of the most highly endangered ecosystems in the world. Rimba Raya is a living example of an economically viable alternative to deforestation. By selling carbon credits based on the rich carbon stores of our forest, we can protect endangered species, contribute to the local economy by creating jobs, providing access to clean water and health services while fostering principles of sustainable growth amongst our local communities. Climate, Community, Biodiversity To accomplish our mission, we strive for operational exceptionality across the three industrystandard measures of climate, community and biodiversity.

News from Rimba Raya:

World's Largest REDD Project, Rimba Raya, Successfully Completed Pilot Program to Deliver Clean Water Filters and Protect the Children of Rimba Raya from Lethal Waterborne Diseases

CAUSEWAY BAY, Hong Kong, Jan. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Indonesia's Rimba Raya Biodiversity Reserve has successfully completed its test pilot project to provide access to clean water to the surrounding communities. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140131/PH56561 ) According to responses from all 100-test households, the pilot program was a resounding success and is now planned to rollout to the entire population, over […]