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Former Communications Specialist Jana Franke-Everett

Jana Franke-Everett is the former communications specialist for the USAID Biodiversity and Watersheds Improved for Stronger Economy and Ecosystem Resilience (B+WISER) Program in the Philippines.

by Jana Franke-Everett


How a Small City Can Take on the Big Challenge of Conservation Financing

Negros, the fourth-largest island in the Philippines, is best known for sugar and grilled chicken. However, the charcoal that fuels restaurant owners’ income challenges the source of livelihood for rice and sugar farmers. What is the link between a tasty grilled chicken and a cup of rice? Well, the demand for charcoal puts pressure on…