Palmoil.io Newsletter - September 2025

What’s new?

Leo at NYC Climate Week Event

We’re excited to share that our CEO and Founder, Leo Bottrill, will be participating in the upcoming event “Procurement Is Power: How Subnational Actors Can Fight Deforestation” during New York City Climate Week. Organized by WWF, National Wildlife Federation, and Environmental Advocates NY, this important session will explore how state procurement can be a powerful tool in reversing forest loss, promoting fair competition, and supporting legal trade. The event is on Friday, September 26th from 10-11:30am and should be a lively discussion. If you’d like to join, please register here. Space is limited, so we encourage you to sign up early. You’re also welcome to reach out to Leo directly with any questions.

New Countries in Jurisdictional Landscape Dashboard

We’ve added to our Jurisdictional Landscape Dashboard to cover more regions around the globe. In addition to Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, you can now explore data from Papua New Guinea, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Guatemala. This update allows subscribers to monitor protected areas and deforestation alerts across a broader range of countries, providing deeper visibility into potential risks. You’ll also be able to track mills, plots, grievances, and supply chains within these new jurisdictions, helping you stay ahead.

What’s coming up?

Palmoil.io will be at RSPO RT2025

We’re excited to share that Palmoil.io will be exhibiting at the RSPO Annual Roundtable Conference on Sustainable Palm Oil (RT2025), taking place from 3–5 November 2025 at the Shangri-La Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This year’s theme, “Building the Next 20: Sustainability in Action”, sets the stage for meaningful discussions and new collaborations. At our booth, we’ll be showcasing live demos, unveiling new and exciting features, and sharing how Palmoil.io continues to support you in monitoring your palm oil supply chain. If you’re attending, come say hi, explore what’s new, and connect with our team. We look forward to seeing you in Kuala Lumpur!

Jurisdictional Landscape Dashboard: West Africa

As you know, we are always working to expand our Jurisdictional Landscape Dashboard. Palm oil is highly significant in West Africa for historical, economic, social, and environmental reasons, which is why we are planning to add Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Cameroon, and Sierra Leone to the Dashboard. This addition represents an important step in broadening the Dashboard’s coverage, further strengthening Palmoil.io’s Jurisdictional Landscape Dashboard as a tool for monitoring, reporting, and jurisdictional engagement. The update will be available soon.

Meet the Team

Dr. Tobias Zobel, Advisor

With more than 14 years at BASF, where he most recently served as Director of Global Procurement for Lauric Oils & Primary Oleochemicals, Tobias brings deep expertise in global sourcing, supply chain management, and sustainability. 

Throughout his career, he has led key procurement and sustainability initiatives, from driving responsible palm product sourcing to implementing due diligence frameworks such as the German Supply Chain Act (LKSG). His global perspective and commitment to sustainable supply chains make him a valuable advisor as Palmoil.io continues to grow and innovate.

Tip of the month

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