This paper presents one of the first randomized evaluations of collective pay-for-performance payments for ecosystem services. We test whether community-level fiscal incentives can curtail the use of land-clearing fire, a major source of emissions and negative health externalities. The program was implemented over the 2018 fire season in Indonesia with three parts: (a) awareness raising and…
The book "REDD+ Indonesia: A Catalyst for Change" reveals the important role of REDD+ in driving change towards sustainable development in Indonesia. By investigating the implementation of REDD+ programs in various local contexts, the authors illustrate how these initiatives have been a catalyst for changes in policies, practices, and community perceptions regarding forest management and climat…
In 2017, as countries ramped up their commitments to address climate change, restore degraded lands and achieve sustainable development, CIFOR accelerated its momentum towards a vision of more equitable, resilient and productive forest landscapes.