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How Indigenous Peoples are using technology to protect forests
Indigenous Peoples are amongst the world’s most effective guardians of forests. By combining generations of knowledge with tools such as drones, camera traps, GPS and solar technology, Indigenous communities are finding powerful ways to strengthen the protection of their forests,…...
New bilingual book celebrates 15 years of Size of Wales
A new limited-edition book tells the story of Size of Wales’ first fifteen years, celebrating the people, partnerships and communities that have helped turn a bold Welsh idea into global action for tropical forests. Maint Cymru: Yr Hanes Hyd Yma…...
Caerphilly County Borough Council becomes a Deforestation Free Champion Council
Caerphilly County Borough Council (CCBC) has unanimously voted to become a Deforestation Free Champion Council, marking a major step forward in its commitment to sustainability, climate action, and responsible food sourcing. The decision follows an innovative and collaborative initiative led…...
Leading the Way Forward
As a climate and nature charity, based in Wales and rooted in our communities, we extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to the new government. We look forward to working alongside you as Wales enters a new chapter filled with…...
Nature has the Answers – Seeds of Change
As the Director of Size of Wales for over five years, I am excited to share some stories from my recent trip to Mbale in Uganda and reflect a little on how things have changed over the last 25-30 years. …...
Comparing Party Commitments on Forests and Climate
On 7th May 2026, voters in Wales will head to the polls to vote for their new representatives in the Welsh Parliament (Senedd). These elections are an opportunity to make your voice heard. Whatever your priorities are in this election, take…...
From Wales to the world: coffee with impact
This coffee is part of something remarkable. So is every person who buys it. At Size of Wales, we are really pleased to be partnering again with Cardiff-based roasters and coffee shop Hard Lines on a special coffee that supports…...
UN International Day of Forests
New strategy sets out vision for a deforestation-free Wales Published today, on the UN International Day of Forests our new Strategic Plan (2026–2030) sets out how Wales can lead on global responsibility, from protecting tropical forests to transforming supply chains…...
Assessing the viability of a more sustainable approach to school meals
Cymru Women Team Up with Size of Wales
The Football Association of Wales (FAW) teamed up with Size of Wales, to launch a collaboration to support Indigenous women working to defend tropical forests and become a deforestation free champion organisation. The collaboration was launched at a joint session…...
Joanna Scanlan joins Size of Wales as Ambassador
We’re absolutely delighted to welcome BAFTA-winning actor Joanna Scanlan as a new Ambassador for Size of Wales. Joanna, who recently appeared in the BBC drama Riot Women, and won a BAFTA for her acclaimed performance in After Love, brings a…...
Size of Wales and WWF Cymru call for urgent action needed to tackle deforestation as UK security report warns of global ecosystem collapse
Size of Wales and WWF Cymru are calling for urgent action from the UK and Welsh Governments following the publication of a UK Government National Security Assessment warning that global biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse pose a serious and growing threat to national…...
Our Vision for a Globally Responsible Wales
At Size of Wales, we believe Wales can be a global leader in tackling the climate and nature crisis. As Wales approaches the next Senedd elections in May 2026, our manifesto sets out our vision for a globally responsible Wales,…...
New Report Exposes Hidden Link Between Welsh Food, Brazilian Deforestation and river pollution in Wales
A new report has revealed that everyday food choices in Wales are contributing to the destruction of tropical forests, human rights abuses, and pollution, from the Amazon to the rivers in Wales. Published jointly by Size of Wales and WWF…...
Size of Wales welcomes new Chair: environmental campaigner Tim Birch
Size of Wales is delighted to announce the appointment of Tim Birch as its new Chair. Tim is a leading environmental campaigner with decades of experience at some of the world’s largest nature conservation NGOs, including Greenpeace, the RSPB and…...
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2025
Today is International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 🌱 Indigenous Peoples are the original guardians of the Earth — protecting forests, rivers, and biodiversity for generations. Though they make up less than 5% of the world’s population, they safeguard…...
Size of Wales Stands in Solidarity with the Wampís Nation After Armed Attack in Defence of the Amazon
Size of Wales stands in solidarity with our partner, the Wampis Nation of northern Peru following a violent ambush that highlights the urgent threats facing Indigenous Peoples around the world. On 12 July 2025, a patrol of 60 Wampis community guards…...
Empowering communities in Uganda through beekeeping
Beekeeping plays a vital role in tropical regions by supporting both nature and people’s livelihoods. Bees help pollinate plants and crops, keeping forests healthy and boosting the growth of fruit, vegetables and nuts. This is especially important in tropical areas…...
