16 July 2008 -
With global concern growing over deforestation, loss of carbon stored in forests and the role of forests in climate change, the spotlight has been turned on forest monitoring in a bid to safeguard forests and monitor emissions from deforestation. [ more...]
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14 July 2008 -
The EFW celebrates the contribution of European forests in mitigating climate change, providing wood and renewable energy, securing the supply of fresh water and protecting the environment. During the week of 20-24 October, FAO will host the Rome segment of the EFW, organized with the European Commission, the Ministerial Conference on the Protection of Forests in Europe and the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe. The EFW will feature a series of events by partners, including countries, private sector, academia, land owners and ngos. In conjunction, a high-profile European Union presidency event will be held in Brussels and a number of national events will be held throughout participating European countries. [ more...]
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2 July 2008 -
Rome – FAO is reviewing its strategy on forestry. The proposed strategy covers challenges ahead, FAO’s vision on forests, as well as desired outcomes of FAO’s work in Forestry. The draft is open for comments and feedback from interested parties. [ more...]
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