Preserving peatlands benefits orangutans, makes economic sense, experts say
The presence of 'charismatic' species may boost the marketing value of carbon credits for corporations.
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California working with global governors group to include REDD+ in trade scheme
The American state is moving forward, well ahead of national actors.
Private sector sees hope in REDD+ from Australia, California market schemes
“Everybody is waiting for those policy signals to emerge.”
On eve of major forestry conference, Indonesia’s President issues decree to cut GHG emissions
JAKARTA, Indonesia (26 September, 2011)_Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono on Monday issued a decree with a national action plan to reduce greenhouses gas emissions - a goal that can only be achieved by safeguarding the country’s forests.
Indonesia calls for public to improve moratorium map
BOGOR, Indonesia (8 August 2011)_ The Indonesian government is calling for public participation to help improve a map of primary forests and peatlands used to implement a two-year moratorium on new forest concessions to ensure maximum protection of these valuable resources.