Key ideas
- The highly biodiverse Yangambi Biosphere Reserve and its surroundings in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are under pressure from resource extraction and population growth.
- The FORETS project will contribute to the preservation of the reserve’s ecosystems and to understand local market dynamics.
- Education of scientists and training, and engagement with local communities will facilitate improved management of forest resources.
- More sustainable resource management will improve community livelihoods and foster local economic development.
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Publication year
2017
Authors
Language
English
Keywords
biodiversity, forest management, natural resources management, resource conservation
Geographic
Democratic Republic of the Congo