Articles by Shanti Johnson

Shanti Johnson has spent the last two years deeply entrenched in studying the impact of climate change in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam. Since completing her master's degree in environmental science journalism at the University of Montana, she has broadened her scope to covering the work of youth leaders, scientists and professionals across the ASEAN network. In her free time you can find her on the dance floor or drinking copious amounts of coffee.

A Son Tra banyan tree in Vietnam. Photo by Rhett A. Butler

Vietnam’s forests on the upswing after years of recovery

by Michael Tatarski, Shanti Johnson 11 December 2016

As the world moves into an era above the ominous 400 parts per million carbon dioxide threshold, carbon storage and reforestation are becoming even more significant. In Southeast Asia, Vietnam…

While most of Vietnam's natural forests were destroyed since the 1960s, the country is now one of the rare examples of a developing nation that has seen an expansion in forest cover since 2000. Photo by Rhett Butler

Deep-rooted migration cycles challenge green growth in Vietnam

by Shanti Johnson 5 September 2016

alking in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, is not for the faint of heart. Motorbikes whiz around pedestrians on sidewalks; foot paths are often turned into parking lots; and crossing…