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Deforestation — for arable land, pasture, urban use or logging — has led to the loss of about half of all tropical forests, affecting biodiversity, water and nutrient cycling, climate change and sources of income.
(Photo credit: Greenpeace/Alberto Ceisar)
Opinions and Analysis
Latin America Analysis: Environmental policy and deforestation
When it comes to the environment, there is no dialogue between civil society, the scientific community, government and parliament, says Carla Almeida.
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.
Policy Briefs
Using deforestation research to inform climate policy
Research into deforestation can help inform policies to reduce carbon emissions from forests.
8 July 2009
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Source: CIFOR
Reducing emissions from forest degradation
Tackling forest degradation is an essential element for any global climate deal hoping to reduce forest emissions.
8 July 2009
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Source: The Nature Conservancy
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.
Oil exploitation damage could be limited in Amazon
A study in Peru has proposed to implement best engineering practices to reduce environmental damage from oil exploitation in the Amazon.
17 May 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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