The forest certification, has been recognized as a slow process, particularly in the tropical regions. There is an apparent need for alternative approaches that support the gradual implementation of sound practices. Step-wise or phased approaches to certification seem to be practical and obtainable for local producers. They can provide time...

The Tropical Tree Seed Manual is a one-volume reference manual for students, technicians, and scientists that provides comprehensive, internationally compiled data about tropical trees. The emphasis is on species of the Americas; however, a number of tropical tree species from other countries are also included. The manual is divided into two...

This website provides information on tropical coastal ecosystems: world distribution maps, plant species lists and ecosystem functions. We hope this information contributes to a deepened understanding of tropical coastal ecosystems and stimulates further discussion on these ecosystems. The website is a very good resource for maps of mangroves, species descriptions, and...

This manual presents concise comparisons and contrasts between mechanisms and techniques employed on the different mills types. It has been prepared not only as a guide for potential mill owners but also as a training manual for current owners. It details issues that should be taken into account when choosing...

This Methodological Brief on Gender defines the approach of the UN-REDD Programme on gender equality and women’s empowerment provides guidance and concrete entry points to UN-REDD Programme partner countries and their support teams on how the Gender Approach detailed in the 2016-2020 UN-REDD Programme Strategic Framework can be effectively operationalized...

The 2016-2020 strategic framework for the United Nations Collaborative Programme on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation in Developing Countries (the UN-REDD Programme) has been developed through extensive consultations in 2014 and 2015 and with the active participation of the UN agencies involved: the FAO, the UNDP and the...

The Conference of the Parties (COP) invited Parties, relevant organizations and stakeholders to share outcomes, experiences and lessons learned from their efforts to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in developing countries (REDD+). The REDD+ Web Platform, mandated by the COP in decision 2/CP.13, was established with the purpose...

This webinar on Forest Reference Levels seeks to provide a platform for discussion to countries where a panel of experts will answer their questions on Forest Reference Level construction, submission and the technical assessment. The online event also contains short expert presentations including from María José Sanz Sánchez and lessons...

The UN-Water Activity Information System (UNW-AIS) is an online platform to present and share information on water-related projects and learning initiatives from UN-Water and its members and partners. UNW-AIS is a platform for UN-Water and its members & partners as well as a broader audience including policy makers, water professionals,...

The US Forestry Service has a web section dedicated to software (and online tools) that can be use as decision support and planning tools.