Lesson 14 - Forest Protection + Recovery Flashcards
1
Q
What was the Indonesian Forest Moratorium?
A
Stopped issuing permits for primary forest clearance
$1 billion funding from Norway + UN
2
Q
How effective was the forest moratorium?
A
2020 - 26% emissions reduction
Didn’t remove existing permits
Illegal logging still an issue
Clearance reduced by 15%
3
Q
How has economic progress resulted in improved forest protection?
A
Developed economies - Afforestation
Less primary dependency
Green policy
4
Q
How much does China intend to improve its total forested area?
A
23%
2015 - 2020
5
Q
How has Brazil changed its rate of deforestation?
A
Halved since 2000
However - still a net loss
6
Q
What are the general optimistic viewpoints regarding forest loss?
A
Policy is strengthening
Losses are falling
Increasing awareness + governance
