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- 11 Apr 2014
Weather patterns, urbanization add to pressures on Zambia’s forests
Agricultural hardships turn local people toward unsustainable charcoal production in search of income.
News
- 8 Apr 2014
Global study questions primary role of forests as safety nets and gap fillers
Alternative strategies may be more important than forest products as a first response to an emergency.
News
- 7 Apr 2014
Forest certification improves social standards in Congo basin, research finds
Strong association between the presence of certification and improved working and living conditions.
News
- 1 Apr 2014
Can military decentralization tactics bring innovation to conservation?
Useful insights from decision-making in warfare could help conservationist tackle "wicked problems"
News
- 28 Mar 2014
Conservation incentive program shows economic, environmental payoffs in Brazil
Direct payments to families in exchange for conservation, community development and public services.
Video
- 24 Mar 2014
Research leads to certification, more trade for Indonesian furniture-makers
Wood furniture association gains improved access to markets and bank credit, enhanced design skills and boosted furniture quality.
News
- 21 Mar 2014
Global study of forests and livelihoods shakes up the terrain
Poverty and Environment Network (PEN) challenges conventional wisdom on forest, poverty and policy issues.
News
- 11 Mar 2014
Project seeks to unlock the mysteries of Peru’s peatlands
“Thanks to the aguaje, I’ve been able to provide for my children.”
Feature
- 7 Mar 2014
FOREST HEROINE: Phakee Wannasak wards off threats to community-led forest governance
Strong leadership to ensure community forestry is well conserved, and customary rules are enforced and passed on to the next generation.
6 Mar 2014
Non-timber forest products: the way forward for the rural woman?
Men and women living in Africa discuss opportunities and gender in non-timber forest products.
News
- 27 Feb 2014
Seeking ‘gray literature’ on contribution of forest ecosystem services to food production
Can we use a landscape approach to feed an ever-larger population without degrading forests and other natural resources?
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