Building Natural Capital: How REDD+ Can Support a Green Economy

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Publication Date: March 2014 

This report by the International Resource Panel (IRP) and the UN REDD+ Programme provides a concise summary of the elements necessary for integrating REDD+ into a Green Economy. It provides policymakers with innovative ideas for supporting economic development while maintaining or increasing forest cover.

The primary conclusion of this report is that many synergies between REDD+ and the ongoing transition to a Green Economy are currently under-utilized. Realizing these synergies will accelerate the transition while maximizing the return on REDD+ investments.

See also, the Summary for Policy Makers