An introduction to REDD+ (Global Canopy Programme)
Global Canopy Programme / November 2012
This animated video explains the aim of REDD (Reduced Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation) is to address deforestation in developing countries. If deforestation is not tackled there will not be a solution to climate change.
The video says that some of the causes of deforestation are the demand for timber, beef, soy and palm oil. The scheme works by paying developing countries to preserve their forests.
No one knows how much money is needed but estimates are that REDD will need billions of dollars a year to halve deforestation by 2030. Not doing anything will cost trillions of dollars.
The video concludes by saying successful REDD projects will need to include stakeholders, respect the right of indigenous and local communities, good governance to prevent corruption and effective monitoring systems.
The details of REDD are still being negotiated at the UN climate change negotiations.
More information:
————————————
This summary was prepared by Why Green Economy?. The views expressed have been paraphrased. See the original source for more information.
Leave a Reply