This episode highlights how Afro-descendant communities in Latin America are effective stewards of forest conservation amidst climate change. A recent study reveals these territories significantly reduce deforestation and maintain biodiversity through ancestral practices. We also discuss threats to their land rights and the urgent need for greater recognition and support. Don't miss this compelling examination of environmental justice and local ecological knowledge. Sources: Inside Climate News, Yale Environment 360, Semafor, The Guardian, Nature Climate Change.