The Greener Side of REDD+

In the last decade, countries have committed major resources to reducing carbon emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in developing countries (REDD). A debate continues…

The End of the Hinterland

Forests have long been a hinterland: remote” “backward” areas largely controlled by external” often urban” actors and seen to be of little use to national…

Small Scale, Large Impacts

This report presents a body of new evidence on the opportunities for a more diverse and equitable forest economy which balances conservation, timber and wood-based…

Mandating Recognition

This essay identifies, summarizes, and analyzes leading international and national laws and judicial cases recognizing or otherwise supportive of native/aboriginal title.