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Analysis
- 1 Jan 2014
BEST OF 2013, POLEX: “Economist” response, Verchot and Angelsen
CIFOR scientists question recent Economist article on global air temperature
Event Coverage
- 5 Dec 2013
Credible data key to Indonesia’s efforts to solve forest fire, emissions challenges — expert
On peatlands, one single fire can produce five to six times more carbon emissions than clearing the same land area by other means.
Event Coverage
- 20 Nov 2013
‘Climate smart’ agricultural practices may not always be climate smart – scientist
'Climate Smart' must also be 'Farmer Smart'.
Event Coverage
- 20 Nov 2013
Scientists move quickly on recognition of peatlands and mangroves
IPCC paves the way for countries to integrate protection of peatlands and mangroves into climate mitigation and adaptation strategies.
Interview
- 16 Nov 2013
Q+A: Emissions hotspots maps provide grist for climate change strategies
Scientists aim to fill the gap between reported estimated emissions and real emissions in landscapes.
Event Coverage
- 14 Nov 2013
The challenge of certifying forest ecosystem services
It’s complex and challenging, but people are working every day on new and better techniques.
News
- 7 Nov 2013
Defining “forest” could improve REDD+ monitoring in Indonesia
Choosing the right definition for forests in order to curb deforestation.
Event Coverage
- 4 Nov 2013
Monitoring of carbon-rich wetlands a focus at U.N. climate talks
Scientists are studying ways to better manage “high-carbon” ecosystems to address climate change and support livelihoods.
News
- 30 Oct 2013
The IPCC Wetlands Supplement: What it is and what it means
New guidelines are the first step in helping countries report greenhouse gas emissions from wetlands.
News
- 30 Oct 2013
Peatlands and mangroves receive overdue recognition
High carbon ecosystems are on the way to assuming their rightful place in climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies.
News
- 30 Oct 2013
Peatlands and mangroves receive overdue recognition
Event Coverage
- 30 Oct 2013
COP19: Can we expect a decision on REDD+ emissions verification?
Four years on yet the debate on measuring reporting and verifying carbon emissions continues.
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