In past posts I’ve referenced the concept of “seeing is believing” – it’s nearly impossible to understand the extent of a company’s sustainability efforts until you see it first hand, well the same holds true for a government. Last week I attended an event in New York City hosted by the American Indonesian Chamber of …
November 2011 Blog Posts
Open discussion on sustainable forestry in a developing nation
One Step Forward
Let’s play a word association game. What do you think of when you hear the word China? Most of you would probably think of the country’s thriving economy, RMB currency valuation, politics, factory pollution, or what you often see on TV in some Western countries. On a lighter note, some of you might think of …
Touching Lives Through Free Health Initiatives
It felt like the sunlight was burning down on the Sekumbung Village, located in the sub-district of Taman Rajo, in Muara Jambi. Despite the stinging heat, villagers were not discouraged as they waited for free dental and medical health care at the free clinic held last month by Sinar Mas Forestry (SMF), and supported by …
Indonesia’s Sustainable Forestry Practices
The following is a guest post from Wayne Forrest, President of the American Indonesian Chamber of Commerce (AICC). Throughout the years supporting U.S. and Indonesia relations, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many multinational businesses and policy makers. In addition to observing the country’s business customs, I have learned that the Government of Indonesia …




