Sustainably harvesting fruits, nuts, and rubber allows forest dwellers to profit without destructive logging.
Promoting alternative sustainable industries offers pathways to safeguard the Amazon while supporting indigenous communities. Eco-tourism centered on viewing charismatic wildlife builds local livelihoods by valorizing intact rainforest ecosystems. Sustainably harvesting fruits, nuts, and rubber allows forest dwellers to profit without destructive logging. Consumers can also use their purchasing power intentionally by seeking out responsibly sourced products that adhere to eco-standards. Such economic alternatives steer development down avenues aligned with both conservation and human development priorities.