Vital forest graphics.
by United Nations Environment Programme; GRID--Arendal.
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BookPublisher: Nairobi, Kenya : UNEP, c2009Description: 69 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 30 cm.ISBN: 9789280729030 (UNEP); 9280729039 (UNEP); 9789251062647 (FAO); 9251062641 (FAO).Subject(s): Forests and forestry | Forests and forestry | Forest declines | Forest declines | Forest ecology | Forest managementDDC classification: UNE VIT 2009 C132 Or. Online resources: Click here to access online Summary: This publication provides an overview of the global trends in forest cover. It looks specifically at the four largest forest ecosystems and analyzes the trends and challenges in their conservation and management. It examines some of the key drivers behind forest loss, including the increasing demand for commodities and energy. Finally, it reviews some of the best practices for sustainable management of forest, including regulatory regimes, participatory management and economic incentives.--Publisher's description.
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"Produced by UNEP/GRID-Arendal"--P. [2] of cover.
This publication provides an overview of the global trends in forest cover. It looks specifically at the four largest forest ecosystems and analyzes the trends and challenges in their conservation and management. It examines some of the key drivers behind forest loss, including the increasing demand for commodities and energy. Finally, it reviews some of the best practices for sustainable management of forest, including regulatory regimes, participatory management and economic incentives.--Publisher's description.
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