Subhra Bhattacharjee
@SubhraB_EP
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Development practitioner, economist, sudoku-lover. And believer: that #extremepoverty and #climatecrisis can be tackled in this lifetime. Retweets ≠Endorsement
Joined May 2015
"...food, healthcare, water and sanitation, education, decent work and social security are not commodities for sale to those who can afford them, but basic #HumanRights to which we are all entitled." Now and forevermore. #SDGs
#COVID19 has been likened to an x-ray, revealing fractures in the fragile skeleton of the societies we have built. It has reinforced the need for solidarity more strongly than ever. We belong to each other. We stand together, or we fall apart. https://t.co/9wNIjgHSuX
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Our Director-General @SubhraB_EP shared her reflections on what the final COP 30 text means for forests, climate ambition, and the work ahead:
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"Forests are special" In her #COP30 message shared by @UNFCCC, @SubhraB_EP reflects on how #forests hold entire ways of life, shelter countless species, and keep the climate from tipping. A reminder of what’s at stake when they’re lost, and what’s possible when they’re cared for
Forests are special. 🌳🌲🌴 They are essential for our planet’s health and resilience: storing carbon, buffering shocks, protecting biodiversity, reinforcing food security, and strengthening community resilience. #Biodiversity #Forests #COP30
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Forests are special. 🌳🌲🌴 They are essential for our planet’s health and resilience: storing carbon, buffering shocks, protecting biodiversity, reinforcing food security, and strengthening community resilience. #Biodiversity #Forests #COP30
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Live from the Opening Plenary of @GlobalLF Climate 2025: A New Vision for Earth at #COP30. On closing climate system gaps @SubhraB_EP said “We have to acknowledge progress, or it’s easy to lose hope. We’ve seen evolution in governance, data and finance"
linkedin.com
Live from the biggest sustainability conference We’re streaming live from the heart of the Amazon during COP30! 🌎 Up to 89% of the global population want to see more action for our planet — the...
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The eloquent @hindououmar, President of @AFPAT_ and Chair of the @fsc_if Council speaks about Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous voices and their rights to decisions that affects them at the @FSC_IC General Assembly. #FSCGA2025
"You cannot talk about us without us. We have to talk for ourselves.” Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, President of the Indigenous Women & Peoples Association of Chad and Chair of @fsc_if at the FSC General Assembly 2025 #FSCGA2025.
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FSC’s General Assembly 2025 proudly welcomes Dr Rosalie Matondo, Minister of Forest Economy of the Republic of Congo, as its guest of honor. We are deeply honored by her presence. #FSCGA2025 #FORESTSFORALLFOREVER
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We thank Minister @juancanavarro and the Ministry for their leadership and for choosing FSC as their partner in advancing the responsible management of Panama’s forests. 🌳💚 #ForestsForAllForever #FSC #FSCGA2025
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Today marks a milestone in Panama’s environmental history. The Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Panama and the Forest Stewardship Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote responsible forest management across the Panamanian State Forest Heritage.
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In a recent article, The @guardian decodes the most popular forest certification systems, highlighting FSC’s on-the-ground requirements and guidance that promote long-term forest health and vitality: https://t.co/gi8zN0oM12
#ChooseFSC #ForestryCetification
theguardian.com
The tree-shaped badge on your next desk might certify the gold standard of forestry – or very little. Here’s how to tell
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To everyone who contributed: thank you for your commitment, your collaboration, and your belief in what we can achieve together. Here’s to the continued progress toward a more sustainable future for forests and people 🌍🌿 #FSCGA2025
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It has been one week since we concluded the 10th FSC General Assembly in Panama, yet the momentum and sense of shared purpose remain strong. To everyone who contributed: Thank you. Your voices, expertise, and dedication drive the mission of FSC forward. #FSCGA2025
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In an interview with @FRANCE24, FSC DG @SubhraB_EP notes that many consumers continue to choose sustainability despite concerns over war, conflict, and the rising cost of living. “Action and human agency, that matters.” Watch the interview: https://t.co/GNP2TelqfJ
#ClimateAction
france24.com
A new survey shows a sharp slide in public concern for climate change, with war and conflict now dominating public worries. FRANCE 24's Yuka Royer speaks with Subhra Bhattacharjee, Director General...
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New @Ipsos research with FSC featured in @SustainabltyMag shows climate concern is declining across major economies as war & cost of living dominate. “We must work with the concrete realities of people’s lives,” says FSC DG @SubhraB_EP
https://t.co/y6LU8tDK2c
#ConsumerResearch
sustainabilitymag.com
Research from Ipsos shows climate concern is sharply declining across major economies as geopolitical conflict and cost of living dominate public attention
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It is more important than ever to rebuild trust and connect climate action to people’s everyday realities to renew global momentum toward a more sustainable future. #ConsumerResearch #ForestsForAllForever
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And just like that, the FSC General Assembly 2025 is officially underway! We’re looking forward to an inspiring week of discussions and decisions that will shape the future of our forests. Let’s make it count🌲 #FSCGA2025 #ForestsForAllForever
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Honoured to have His Excellency Mr. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of Environment of Panama, open the FSC General Assembly 2025. 🇵🇦 Panama’s commitment to FSC certification sets a powerful example—and we’re ready to do the work for our forests. 🌿 #FSCGA2025
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A new study finds that FSC certification reduces deforestation risk in private properties designated for sustainable forest management in two states of the Brazilian Amazon. Ahead of #COP30, learn more about this solution: https://t.co/IWhHssLV6D
#Research
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Our Director General, Subhra Bhattacharjee, writes for @sustainviews on how to unlock untapped growth opportunities by recognising forests as a critical, investible asset class and powerful tool against climate risk: https://t.co/JljFLP0PHZ
#ForestFinance @SubhraB_EP
sustainableviews.com
Subhra Bhattacharjee is director-general of the Forest Stewardship Council Forests absorb billions of tonnes of carbon and secure global supply chains, yet remain largely invisible in capital markets
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The isolation paradox: How to safeguard Indigenous Peoples who refuse contact
businessgreen.com
Indigenous Peoples manage over a third of the world's remaining intact forest - it is critical their rights are protected, writes Forest Stewardship Council International's director-general Subhra...
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