Adams 2008 Flashcards
Adams
2008
2008
Adams
What does the paper look at
tropical deforestation
when did the loss of rainforest become a key environmental concern of the developed world
in the 80s
what happened in the 80s
rainforest loss became a key environmental concern of the developed world
what is there a growing literature on
ways to transform forest policies to include the designation of forest reserves, the creation of sustainable agriculture in rainforest regions etc.
How have policy makers been challenged
in how they understand causes of deforestation and how to tackle them (used to just look at conventional understandings)
what is there often a lack of
definite policies on the ownership of land. forest use can be bribed etc.
What project started in 1985
The Friends of the Earth Tropical Rainforest Campaign began in 1985 – claimed 7.5 million hectares of undisturbed rainforest was being destroyed annually (Secrett, 1985)
when did the Friends of the Earth Tropical Rainforest Campaign begin
1985
Melillo et al 1985
there is no clear and universal definition of deforestation
who states there is no clear and universal definition of deforestation
Melillo et al 1985
what 3 issues are raised from tropical deforestation
- loss of species
- rights and needs of forest people
- sustainable development
Siry 2005
87% of forest is owned by the state, they often ignore the local and indigenous people
Who states that 87% of forest is owned by the state
Siry 2005
