The rapid expansion of biofuel production and consumption has raised concerns over the social and environmental sustainability of biofuel feedstock production, processing and trade.
We assessed how numbers of useful species as reported by indigenous forest-dwelling people relate to plant species richness. Useful species increase with species richness in all cases.
We analyse data from 12 permanent sample plots (PSPs) in Ghana to determine recovery rates of skid trails and gaps in forest logged 10–30 years previously. Our results indicate that forest recovery is slower than predicted by commonly used yield mode…
While there is no one-size-fits-all solution to forest loss and degradation, the management of forests under REDD+ schemes must be adapted to local contexts to ensure both carbon and biodiversity goals are attained, say scientists.
While Africa’s voice has been growing in international negotiations, more focus is needed on climate change adaptation on the continent to protect those who rely on rain-fed agriculture for their livelihoods, says Center for International Forestry Re…
