Linking science to management:Restoring community forests in Nepal
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Main Project
VALUE £340,868
WHERE Nepal
Summary
Jalthal is a highly unusual biodiversity-rich subtropical forest island in SE Nepal. Previous work shows the potential for science-based forest management, moving away from timber-centric approaches which inadequately address threats to biodiversity, ecosystem degradation, and sustainable use of natural resources. Piloted methods restoring degraded forest and conserving biodiversity through site-level, evidence-based action will be upscaled, coupled with increasing capacity of local communities for alternative livelihoods. Approaches will be promoted at regional and national levels through knowledge exchange and policy engagement.
