Forest landscape restoration is a key strategy to sequester atmospheric carbon, conserve biodiversity, and provide livelihood co-benefits. This study examines the relationships among carbon, biodiversity, and livelihoods in 314 forest commons across 15 tropical countries. Five distinct clusters of forest commons are identified, showcasing co-benefits and trade-offs. Formal community management and local participation in rule-making consistently predict positive outcomes, suggesting empowered local governance supports multiple restoration objectives.
Publisher
Nature Climate Change
Published On
Dec 01, 2023
Authors
Harry W. Fischer, Ashwini Chhatre, Apurva Duddu, Nabin Pradhan, Arun Agrawal
Tags
forest landscape restoration
carbon sequestration
biodiversity
livelihoods
community management
local governance
tropical countries
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