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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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
'Evergreen agriculture' wins for climate and hunger
Soil science and agroforestry can help tackle climate change and boost crop yields, say M. S. Swaminathan and Dennis Garrity.
15 December 2009
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Not ready for REDD?
Practicalities of trading carbon and protecting forests make meeting high expectations for REDD hard, say Esteve Corbera and Manuel Estrada.
21 October 2009
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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
Nepal foresters ready to sell carbon stocks
Nepal is ready to measure and sell the carbon stored in its forests.
27 July 2010
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Latin America ‘leading the way in water sustainable projects’
A global report says that the region is a world leader in projects aimed at paying farmers and forest communities to maintain water quality.
18 July 2010
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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
