FOREST-CLIMATE CONNECT
Globally, forests are disappearing at an alarming rate—one acre every second—primarily to make way for expansive, low-cost farmland for mass production of commodities like beef, soy, palm oil, and timber, often resulting in barren wastelands.
THE STATE OF OUR FORESTS
Once spanning vast expanses of our planet, our forests now stand at a critical junction—alarming evidence points to the loss of half of Earth’s forests, a devastating development with the majority occurring in just the past 150 years. This rapid decline is fueled by an insatiable demand for commodities like beef, soy, palm oil, and wood products, leading to the ruthless clearing of tropical forests for agricultural land, often resulting in barren wastelands. Deforestation does not just strip away trees, biodiversity, habitats, clean water; it emits billions of tons of greenhouse gases annually, constituting about 17% of global emissions. To put this into perspective, this ecological catastrophe contributes more to the climate emergency than all the transportation vehicles in the world combined. The clock is ticking with every passing second, and with each acre lost, our battle against climate change becomes even more daunting.
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Massive carbon emissions
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Opening door to development
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Creating “climate refugees”
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Tragic loss of biodiverse forest
In locations such as Brazil’s Amazon, Africa’s Congo Basin, Sumatra, and Borneo, ecologically diverse forests that have existed for centuries are being systematically destroyed, posing a risk to 1.6 billion people who depend on forests, millions of plant and animal species, three-quarters of the world’s drinking water, and over 25% of all western medical cures.
OUR MISSION
Creating Messages that Inspire Action
Forest Climate-Connect LLC, (FCC) is dedicated to advancing forest and climate protection initiatives to protect our planet. We focus on raising public awareness of the essential relationship between ending deforestation, reviving lost forests, and nurturing new ecosystems as key solutions toward combating the climate crisis. We believe in the power of impactful films and media to spark concrete actions from all sectors of society. By promoting actionable solutions, we strive to foster global engagement and commitment. Our goal is to ensure these strategies are adopted widely, safeguarding our planet's future and the prosperity of generations to follow.
OUR BODY OF WORK
Our principal aim is to create messages that resonate with broad audiences and inspire action. By presenting an authentic tapestry of our world’s forest-climate challenges and triumphs, we engage hearts and minds through compelling narratives, always paired with stunning visuals. We consistently incorporate in our work messages of optimism, presenting practical solutions and stories that reinforce the power of individual action. It is our steadfast belief that each person holds the potential to make meaningful contributions, shaping a better world with every choice, every day.
OUR PROJECT TYPES
Short format films featuring Dr. Jane Goodall in support of a variety of forest campaigns. Produced by FCC and Mia Sorensen
JANE’S MOVIE MESSAGES
2021 - Jane with Jimmy Fallon - after previewing clip from “A Trillion Trees,” in support of the UN’s Decade of Ecosystem Restoration Initiative.
2019 - “Of Faith & Forests” - 3:26 mins featuring Dr. Jane Goodall
2024 - “Jane’s 90th Birthday Wish” (in production) featuring Dr. Jane Goodall
2018 - “The Forgotten Solution” 3:25 mins featuring Dr. Jane Goodall and Alec Baldwin
2021 - “A Trillion Trees” - 3:23 mins. featuring Dr. Jane Goodall
2018 “The Hidden Solution” - 3:25 mins featuring Dr. Jane Goodall and Alec Baldwin
Full length, commercial, television and film projects, where FCC founder served as Producer and/or Co-Executive Producer.
MAJOR TV & FILM PROJECTS
On stage at the Nokia Theater in LA, member of the YLD team, receiving the 2014 Emmy Award for Best Documentary Series
2016 - “Fueling the Fire” YLD, Season 2, episode 4 featuring Gisele Bündchen
2014-2016 “Years of Living Dangerously” 9-part series, two seasons. Executive Producers include James Cameron and Arnold Schwarzenegger
2016 - “Time to Choose” - 1hr 40mins with Oscar-winning Director Charles Ferguson
2014 - “Last Stand” YLD, Season 1, episodes 1 and 2 featuring Harrison Ford
2016 - “Time to Choose” - 1hr 40mins- narrated by Oscar Isaac
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SPECIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGNS
2021 - “Trees for Jane” - an international grassroots tree saving, restoring & planting campaign inspired by Dr. Goodall.
2012 - Forest protection message - 1:49mins - introducing a “deforestation-free” commodity seal
2012 - Consumer Goods Forum Pledge - 2:17mins - 400 companies supplying over 3 trillion in commodities, pledging to make supply chains deforestation free.
2012 - Forest protection message - 1:49mins - identifying commodities that contribute to deforestation
2012 - Forest protection message - 1:48 mins - Produced by Avoided Deforestation Partners
2012 – “Did You Know” – 1.44mins - narrated by Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai