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News
- 18 Jul 2016
Wood fuel not as bad for the environment as previously thought
New research shows that wood fuel is just one of multiple drivers of deforestation, and highlights the need for a holistic reappraisal of what is deemed sustainable
Feature
- 5 Dec 2014
Researchers study future of Kenya’s ‘last big mountain forest’
When the Mau Forest suffers, so do an estimated 6 million Kenyans who depend on it for their water.
Event Coverage
- 27 Nov 2014
Backsliding, straitjackets and finance: A pre-Lima primer on the climate negotiations
Parties expect to build on previous negotiations in Lima, contributing to clarity and agreement on REDD+.
Event Coverage
- 26 Nov 2014
Safeguards, finance loom large at UN climate talks in Lima
CIFOR scientists Lou Verchot and Steve Leonard dicuss the main topics of debate in climate change policy.
Event Coverage
- 6 Aug 2014
Missed opportunities in joint funding for climate mitigation and adaptation, experts say
Scientists suggest mitigation projects should include measures to help local communities adapt to shifts in climate patterns.
Event Coverage
- 7 May 2014
‘Great opportunities’ in agriculture, forestry to mitigate climate change: IPCC Chairman
The 5th IPCC report states agriculture, forestry and land-use sectors combine to account for about 24% of total greenhouse gas emissions.
News
- 13 Feb 2014
Forests and climate change in Central Africa — what will 2014 bring?
Demand for resources sees major projects changing Central Africa’s landscapes
Analysis
- 1 Jan 2014
BEST OF 2013, POLEX: “Economist” response, Verchot and Angelsen
CIFOR scientists question recent Economist article on global air temperature
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.
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.
Feature
- 10 Sep 2013
Indonesian president delivers promised REDD+ agency
Announcement marks the beginning of huge tasks associated with forest and land governance in Indonesia.
Feature
- 10 Sep 2013
Indonesian president delivers promised REDD+ agency
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