investing in forests and trees has the potential to reduce poverty, drive sustainable development and provide key local and global environmental services that matter for our planet. And, while there are still many unknowns when it comes to how the climate targets laid out in Paris will be met over the decades to come, these three examples show that taking forest action now is an important first step: http://wrld.bg/xYY0305XivT #cop22
Forests: Stabilizing Climate and Supporting Development
Negotiators at COP22 are getting to work on the specific rules and guidance that will translate Paris commitments into action. Achieving the Paris Agreement goals will require a strong focus on protecting, restoring, and sustainably managing all types of forests.
