Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Indigenous Lands, Protected Areas, and Slowing Climate Change

This study done by scientists from 13 different organizations and research institutions states that forest protection offers one of the most effective and immediate strategies to combat climate change. The paper makes specific recommendations for incorporating protected areas into overall strategies to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases from deforestation and degradation (REDD). For more, see: http://www.worldwildlife.org/

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