Forests for Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth

Forests for Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth addresses all major issues surrounding forest resources, also including global examples, case studies, literature reviews, latest developments, and future research prospects. To enhance understanding, the content is enriched with maps, figures, tables, and colorful illustrations, making it accessible to a broad readership. Students specializing in forest ecology and researchers will discover a wealth of knowledge on critical topics such as major ecological disturbances, the role of forests in poverty reduction and livelihood security, as well as participatory forest management techniques, landscape restoration, forest policies, and nature-based solutions.Importantly, this comprehensive volume highlights the pivotal role of forests in fostering employment, income generation, and food security to support inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
- Includes case studies covering deforestation and forest degradation, forest carbon stocks, climate change, invasive species, and forest fires<
- Covers statistical modeling-based and earth observation-based methods and techniques
- Divided into four sections and edited by global experts in the areas of ecology, environmental sustainability, and economics