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15 Results found. From 1997 - 2023
News
- 25 Nov 2015
Sustainable investment in Africa starts with the law
Legal frameworks in Zambia, Mozambique and Tanzania suggest ways that investments in landscapes can contribute to sustainable development.
Event Coverage
- 6 Apr 2015
Less laws, more communication, collaboration and capacity needed: expert
Multinational Environmental Agreements mean little if they don't reach local communities.
News
- 25 Feb 2015
Global demand can’t loosen local control of a crucial cash crop
The shea industry is a vital economic lifeline for women in Burkina Faso.
News
- 25 Nov 2014
State of sustainability: For three forest-based commodities, ‘a long way to go’
Sustainable development pathways needed for controversial crops; palm oil, shea nut oil and timber.
News
- 30 Sep 2014
Winds of change buffet a small-time industry, hitting women hardest
The West African shea oil industry is facing technological and economic disruption, threatening livelihoods.
Analysis
- 23 Jul 2014
Experts: Local activism, political measures needed to stop illegal timber
Despite agreements on better forest management and enforcement measures, illegal timber still slips through loopholes.
Event Coverage
- 1 Jul 2014
Experts: Stable governance, trade frameworks needed to tip Asia toward green economy
Can we achieve a low-carbon, resource-efficient and socially inclusive “green” economic framework?
News
- 26 Jun 2014
Report finds gaps in timber trade safeguards
Scientists recommend defining 'legal' timber more clearly to reduce illegal timber trade.
News
- 26 Jun 2014
Report finds gaps in timber trade safeguards
Event Coverage
- 4 Dec 2013
Strong laws can boost sustainable development in Africa — expert
Systematic review confirms investors are circumventing the law when involved in large-scale land acquisitions.
Event Coverage
- 29 Nov 2013
Scientists urge tact in crafting forest governance systems
Can sustainability standards support an integrated governance framework?
Video
- 21 Oct 2013
Panel discussion on “landmark” Indonesia-EU timber trade pact
Indonesia is the first Asian country, and also the largest timber-exporting country, to sign the FLEGT-VPA.
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