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Co-benefits

Definition

The benefits arising from REDD schemes (other than reducing GHG emissions), such as alleviating poverty, protecting the environment, enhancing biodiversity, improving forest governance and protecting human rights.

Source

"Glossary", Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR),"Moving Ahead with REDD. Issues, Options and Implications" Center for International Forestry Research, Indonesia, 2008. http://www.cifor.cgiar.org/publications/pdf_files/Books/BAngelsen0801.p…

Alternative definition

The non-carbon benefits arising from REDD+ policies and projects such as alleviating poverty, enhancing biodiversity, improving forest governance and protecting other environmental services.