Here are two resources for responsible forest management. The first is a primer, comprehensive guide and resource kit from the Rainforest Alliance on sustainable forest management. The second focuses on best practices from the nonprofit group, the Center for Sustainable Development (CSD). This group specializes in providing sound, evidence-based information, tools and training for humanitarian development professionals worldwide.
Business Primer, Tool and Guide on Reducing Deforestation
Click here
to access the Rainforest Alliance’s 246 page primer, guide and resource
kit on Sustainable Procurement of wood and Paperbased Products.
Best Practices for Forest Projects
Click here to visit CSDi’s online development community to share resources & collaborate online in developing sustainable, impact-oriented tools and solutions for humanitarian development challenges.
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