Author Darabant, A.

Year of publication 2013

Human pressure results in loss of biodiversity and land degradation leading to poverty and conflicts over land resources. At the same time changes in livelihoods demand adjustments to current land use in many places. Participatory Land-Use Planning is considered to be an appropriate approach to halt or reverse land degradation, conserve biodiversity and maintain ecosystem services. PLUP identifies optimal solutions for alternative land-use, taking into account local socio-economic conditions and livelihood strategies. As participatory approach, it empowers communities through the process and thereby contributes to conflict prevention and balanced socio-economic development. This report outlines the importance of participatory land-use planning (PLUP) to reverse land degradation, conserve biodiversity, and maintain ecosystem services. PLUP identifies optimal solutions for alternative land-use, taking into account local socio-economic conditions and livelihood strategies.