How successful is Sustainable Forest Management in the UNECE Region?
The UNECE/FAO Forestry & Timber Section is organizing a Seminar on the "State of forests and forest management in the UNECE region in the context of current and future needs and challenges".
This Seminar takes place on World Forest Day and opens the Regional Forest Information Week (21-25 March). It is an important contribution to the International Year of Forests.
Founding Director of FSC Switzerland Steps Down After 8 Remarkable Years
Germany, Mar 11, 2011 - Mr. Guido Fuchs has resigned from the position of Director of FSC Switzerland after 8 years in the organization. He will continue to provide project support until the new Director takes office on 1 June 2011.
The timber harvesting volume in the Republic of Bashkortostan is projected to increase by 30%
The timber harvesting volumes will increase by 30 %, as estimated by Rajap Nabiullin, the Minister for Forestry Complex of the Republic of Bashkortostan. This index was accepted by the Forest Plan and the Program of Development of the regional Timber Industry Complex.
Peru and Finland to be partners for sustainable development
Finnish Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Paavo Väyrynen, said there are important opportunities for expansion of trade and economic cooperation between Finland and Peru.
The developing economy of Peru offers cooperation opportunities for Finnish companies particularly in natural resources, energy and environmental sectors, according to a press release from the Finnish government.
Sustainable forest management growing in South America
CORNER BROOK — The essential elements of sustainable forest management in Newfoundland and Labrador are being learned and implemented in some South American countries.
