Putting science
at the heart of development
Sustainable forestry management can help developing countries achieve economic growth while protecting natural resources and wildlife habitats. Forestry projects can also help offset carbon dioxide emissions.
(Photo credit: Manfred Mielke/USDA Forest Service/Bugwood.org)
Opinions and Analysis
Biodiversity protection needs community input
A pledge to increase support for biodiversity targets in developing countries is welcome, but care for indigenous people is vital too.
Let's add climate knowledge to agroforestry plans
We need to know more about how smallholder agroforestry can help farmers adapt to climate change, write James Roshetko and Rodel Lasco.
Policy Briefs
Advancing agricultural adaptation and mitigation
Scientists can help advance policies to promote agricultural practices that can reduce emissions and boost yields.
24 January 2012
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Source: Science
Promoting small-scale planting of trees in dryland areas
Planting trees in dryland regions can negatively impact biodiversity, and policies must promote the practice on a smaller scale.
18 April 2011
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Source: NCCR North-South
News and Features
Deforestation dries up dams threatening hydropower
Hydropower plans in tropical regions should consider the effect of future deforestation on the water supply, says a study.
22 May 2013
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Using innovation to assist Tanzania's craft firms
Tanzanian government funding aims to help weavers, wood carvers and furniture makers profit from science, says George Achia.
18 April 2013
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Protected areas ‘key’ to prevent Amazon deforestation
2 April 2013
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Bolivia to convert deforested areas in agricultural land
18 February 2013
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Practical Guides
Navigating your way around a REDD story
Tips for journalists reporting on issues surrounding the proposed scheme to pay developing countries to protect their forests.
16 December 2009
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Source: Panos London
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