Author: Ward Tipton
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OPISAC Reforestation Initiatives Part 2
Deforestation in the Philippines has been shaped by many drivers, all of which must be considered within the reforestation initiatives by OPISAC and others. Read more
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Reforestation in the Philippines – Challenges and Solutions – Part 1
Reforestation in the Philippines faces a complex set of challenges that extend beyond technical limitations and reflect the interaction of ecological, economic, and governance factors Read more
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International Sustainable Development Solutions
International Sustainable Development requires cooperation between local actors and global partners. This model is the literal iteration of the principle “think globally, act locally”. Read more
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Philippines – Challenges for Sustainable Development
The Philippines is one of the most disaster-prone nations in the world, uniquely shaped by its position on both the Pacific typhoon belt and the Pacific “Ring of Fire”. Read more
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DRC and the Challenges of Sustainable Development
The following matrix covers some of the most pressing operational obstacles faced in the DRC today, outlines their direct impacts on program delivery, identifies proven mitigation strategies Read more
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Social Support Teams – Elections and Purpose
The work of these Social Support teams creates a continuous link between local realities and broader policy. Read more
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How Peoples Organizations Work
These councils help introduce large-scale programs to local Peoples Organizations suitable within the constraints of varying local contexts, while also linking them to national and international programs and support Read more
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Community-Based Forest Management Program of the Philippines
The Community-Based Forest Management Program supports national sustainable development goals. The focus and actions help to reduce poverty, protect forests, and improve rural development. Read more
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Integrated Reforestation and Agroforestry Development
Integrated reforestation increases the habitats for flora and fauna and is more symbiotic, enhanced by human interaction rather than being destroyed by human encroachment Read more
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Agroforestry Development and Sustainability
Agroforestry Development is a way to use land. It combines farming with tree planting. People plant trees, crops, and sometimes raise animals on the same land. This method helps people earn income. It also helps the environment. Read more