Being Equitable Is Not Always Fair An Assessment Of Pfes Implementation In Dien Bien Vietnam

Author : Le Ngoc Dung,Lasse Loft,Januarti Sinarra Tjajadi,Pham Thu Thuy,Grace Y. Wong
Publisher : CIFOR
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Being equitable is not always fair: An assessment of PFES implementation in Dien Bien, Vietnam by Le Ngoc Dung,Lasse Loft,Januarti Sinarra Tjajadi,Pham Thu Thuy,Grace Y. Wong Pdf

Vietnam is the first Southeast Asian country to implement a national program for payments for forest environmental services (PFES), providing lessons on how such systems can be designed to achieve forest outcomes that are effective, efficient and equitable. This Working Paper presents results from an in-depth study on the implementation of PFES in Dien Bien province, Vietnam, which assessed how equity was locally conceptualized in the PFES benefit-sharing process and the factors that influenced local perceptions of equity. We found that local perceptions of equity varied across PFES communities because of differences in social contextual factors such as ethnicity and in the geography of the areas that affected the size of PFES payments and the level of PFES implementation. While PFES policy did include distributional equity considerations through formulation of the K-coefficient, this coefficient was not properly implemented on the ground due to its complexity and lack of data. The procedural aspects of equity were found to be lacking. Poor information flows, lack of awareness of rights and responsibilities and the non-participation of local ecosystem service (ES) providers in decision-making processes led to a general sense of inequity and demotivation. This study suggests that particular attention should be given to improve information sharing and communication patterns with local ES providers and to establish a proper grievance handling system for two-way information flow. The inclusion of local people in decision-making processes on the key elements of benefit-sharing mechanisms is crucial in aligning PFES benefits with the preferences of local people and could potentially help to motivate their performance in forest management. Policy makers and program implementers will want to examine local perspectives of equity – and to understand how these can change over time – so that they can tailor the design of benefit-sharing mechanisms to generate effective, efficient and equitable PFES outcomes.

Author : Ngoc Dung Le
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1091740971

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Being Equitable is Not Always Fair by Ngoc Dung Le Pdf

Author : Trieu, V.H.,Pham, T.T.,Đào Thị, L.C.
Publisher : CIFOR
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9786023871469

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Vietnam Forestry Development Strategy by Trieu, V.H.,Pham, T.T.,Đào Thị, L.C. Pdf

The Vietnam Forestry Development Strategy (VFDS) is one of the country’s most important plans for the forestry sector. The strategic directions, objectives and solutions within it differ from time to time, depending on the political goals and perspectives of the moment, as well as the role that the forestry sector plays in Vietnam’s overall socio-economic development. Regardless of such changes, inheriting lessons learned, developing the next strategy off the back of the experience gained from solving previous challenges, and taking advantage of opportunities, are always the top priorities of the Government of Vietnam. This report is the result of a collaboration between the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and the Vietnam Administration of Forestry (VNFOREST); it is intended to provide VNFOREST with input as they develop the new strategy. Based on secondary document research and stakeholder interviews, the report reviews achievements and challenges in the implementation of VFDS 2006–2020, as well as provides recommendations for policy makers to consider in the process of developing the new strategy. Research results show that, by 2020, Vietnam had exceeded a number of the goals set out in VFDS 2006–2020, including: (i) accelerating the growth of production value in the sector; (ii) increasing the export value of wood and forest products; (iii) increasing domestic wood production; and (iv) planting protection forest (PTF) and special-use forests (SUF). However, the forestry sector still faces many challenges when it comes to other key performance indicators, such as: (i) increasing the area of production forests (PDF) with certification of sustainable forest management (SFM); (ii) increasing large-diameter timber production; (iii) increasing revenue for forest environmental services (FES); (iv) securing forest and forest land for the purposes of allocation and leases; (v) reducing the number of poor households in forestry areas; and (vi) increasing the rate at which forestry workers are trained. Although some anticipated targets were not achieved, others were exceeded, for example: forest cover; reforestation after logging; reduction of forest protection violations; and scattered tree planting. That these goals were achieved or exceeded is the result of strong political commitment, policies trend-matching the market, improvements in central and local management capacity, the active support of international donors, and the involvement of civil society and the private sector. That some targets were not achieved is due to the challenges of implementing policy effectively, efficiently and equitably at grassroots level, lack of resources and funding, and some ambitious goals and targets not being realistic in the current economic, political and market contexts. Addressing these challenges requires a new approach and more effective economic, social and technical solutions. Development of VFDS 2021–2030 and the 2050 vision needs to consider the implementation achievements and challenges of the previous policy, as well as how to align with global trends, and balance these with the current political, economic and social development context in Vietnam. The direction of the new strategy must also be considered in the context of international requirements, to facilitate the mobilization of domestic and foreign financial resources to help modernize the industry, as well as enhance the forestry sector’s role and value in terms of poverty reduction, sustainable economic development and ensuring sustainable forest ecosystems.

Author : Pham, T.T.,Hoang, T.L.,Nguyen, D.T.,Dao, T.L.C.,Ngo, H.C.,Pham, V.H.
Publisher : CIFOR
Page : 59 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9786023871216

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The context of REDD+ in Vietnam by Pham, T.T.,Hoang, T.L.,Nguyen, D.T.,Dao, T.L.C.,Ngo, H.C.,Pham, V.H. Pdf

Vietnam is acknowledged to be REDD+ pioneer country, having adopted REDD+ in 2009. This paper is an updated version of Vietnam’s REDD+ Country Profile which was first published by CIFOR in 2012. Our findings show that forest cover has increased since 2012, but enhancing, or even maintaining, forest quality remains a challenge. Drivers of deforestation and degradation in Vietnam, including legal and illegal logging, conversion of forest for national development goals and commercial agriculture, weak law enforcement and weak governance, have persisted since 2012 up to 2017. However, with strong political commitment, the government has made significant progress in addressing major drivers, such as the expansion of hydropower plants and rubber plantations.Since 2012, Vietnam has also signed important international treaties and agreements on trade, such as Voluntary Partnership Agreements (VPAs) through the European Union’s (EU) Forest Law Enforcement. These new policies have enhanced the role of the forestry sector within the overall national economy and provided a strong legal framework and incentives for forestuser groups and government agencies to take part in forest protection and development. Nevertheless, new market rules and international trade patterns also pose significant challenges for Vietnam, where the domestic forestry sector is characterized by state-owned companies and a large number of domestic firms that struggle to comply with these new rules.The climate change policies, national REDD+ strategy and REDD+ institutional setting has been refined and revised over time. However, uncertain and complex international requirements on REDD+ and limited funding have weakened the government’s interest in and political commitment to REDD+. REDD+ policies in Vietnam have shown significant progress in terms of its monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) systems, forest reference emission levels (FREL), and performance-based and benefit-sharing mechanisms by taking into account lessons learnt from its national Payment for Forest Environmental Services (PFES) Scheme. Evidence also shows increasing efforts of government and international communities to ground forestry policies in a participatory decision-making processes and the progress on developing safeguarding policies in Vietnam between 2012 and 2017 affirms the government’s interest in pursuing an equitable REDD+ implementation. Policy documents have fully recognized the need to give civil society organizations (CSOs) and ethnic groups political space and include them in decision making. Yet, participation remains token. Government provision for tenure security and carbon rights for local households are still being developed, with little progress since 2012.The effectiveness of REDD+ policies in addressing drivers of deforestation and degradation has not be proven, even though the revised NRAP has recently been approved. However, the fact that drivers of deforestation and degradation are outside of the forestry sector and have a strong link to national economic development goals points to an uneasy pathway for REDD+. The business case for REDD+ in Vietnam has not been proven, due to an uncertain carbon market, increasing requirements from donors and developed countries, and high transaction and implementation costs. Current efforts toward 3Es outcomes of REDD+ could be enhanced by stronger political commitment to addressing the drivers of deforestation from all sectors, broader changes in policy framework that create both incentives and disincentives for avoiding deforestation and degradation, cross-sectoral collaboration, and committed funding from both the government and developed countries.

Author : Esteve Corbera ,Heike Schroeder
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 415 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-04-13
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9783038427070

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REDD+ Crossroads Post Paris: Politics, Lessons and Interplays by Esteve Corbera ,Heike Schroeder Pdf

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "REDD+ Crossroads Post Paris: Politics, Lessons and Interplays" that was published in Forests

Author : Wong, G.,Pham, T.T.,Valencia, I.,Luttrell, C.,Larson, A.M.,Yang, A.,Hasan, A.,Kovacevic, M.,Moeliono, M.,Dwisatrio, B.,Sarmiento Barletti, J.P.,
Publisher : CIFOR
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Designing REDD+ benefit-sharing mechanisms: From policy to practice by Wong, G.,Pham, T.T.,Valencia, I.,Luttrell, C.,Larson, A.M.,Yang, A.,Hasan, A.,Kovacevic, M.,Moeliono, M.,Dwisatrio, B.,Sarmiento Barletti, J.P., Pdf

Author : Sven Wunder
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Ecosystem management
ISBN : MINN:31951D02183926N

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Payments for Environmental Services by Sven Wunder Pdf

Author : Ty Pham Huu
Publisher : Eburon Uitgeverij B.V.
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789059729599

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Dilemmas of hydropower development in Vietnam by Ty Pham Huu Pdf

Hydropower is one of the biggest controversies in Vietnam in recent decades because of its adverse environmental and social consequences, especially negative impacts on displaced people who make way for hydropower dam construction. This book explains the controversies related to hydropower development in Vietnam in order to make policy recommendations for equitable and sustainable development. The book focuses on the analysis of emerging issues, such as land acquisition, compensation for losses, displacement and resettlement, support for livelihood development, and benefit sharing from hydropower development. The analysis emphasizes the role of different stakeholders in the decision-making process for hydropower development in Vietnam as a means to find a better governance model.

Author : Grace Wong,Maria Brockhaus,Moira Moeliono,Christine Padoch,Pham Thu Thuy
Publisher : CIFOR
Page : 4 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2016-06-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Equity, REDD+ and Benefit Sharing in Social Forestry by Grace Wong,Maria Brockhaus,Moira Moeliono,Christine Padoch,Pham Thu Thuy Pdf

Key messages for the ASEAN Social Forestry Network REDD+ and social forestry programs have both benefits and costs. Understanding who is bearing the costs of these policies and programs, and ensuring fair compensation, will be important to achieving effective and equitable outcomes. Equity depends on the context and perceptions of the affected stakeholders. Including considerations of equity in the design of REDD+ and social forestry policies can positively influence the policies’ outcomes and sustainability. REDD+ and social forestry requires an inclusive process. Purposeful multistakeholder participation throughout the decision-making process can increase the credibility and legitimacy of a program and enhance its chances of successful outcomes

Author : Matthias Schröter,Aletta Bonn,Stefan Klotz,Ralf Seppelt,Cornelia Baessler
Publisher : Springer
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-01-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319962290

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Atlas of Ecosystem Services by Matthias Schröter,Aletta Bonn,Stefan Klotz,Ralf Seppelt,Cornelia Baessler Pdf

This book aims to identify, present and discuss key driving forces and pressures on ecosystem services. Ecosystem services are the contributions that ecosystems provide to human well-being. The scope of this atlas is on identifying solutions and lessons to be applied across science, policy and practice. The atlas will address different components of ecosystem services, assess risks and vulnerabilities, and outline governance and management opportunities. The atlas will therefore attract a wide audience, both from policy and practice and from different scientific disciplines. The emphasis will be on ecosystems in Europe, as the available data on service provision is best developed for this region and recognizes the strengths of the contributing authors. Ecosystems of regions outside Europe will be covered where possible.

Author : Peter Nicolas Materu
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780821372739

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Higher Education Quality Assurance in Sub-Saharan Africa by Peter Nicolas Materu Pdf

This report assesses the status and practice of higher education quality assurance in Sub - Sahara Africa, focusing on degree - granting tertiary institutions. A main finding is that structured national - level quality assurance processes in African higher education are a very recent phenomenon and that most countries face major capacity constrains. Only about a third of them have established structured national quality assurance mechanism, often only as recently as during the last ten years. Activities differ in their scope and rigor, ranging from simple licensing of institutions by the minister responsible for higher education, to comprehensive system - wide program accreditation and ranking of institutions. Within institutions of higher learning, self assessment and academic audits are gradually being adopted to supplement traditional quality assurance methods. However, knowledge about and experience with self - assessments are limited. The main challenges to quality assurance system in Africa are cost and human capacity requirements. For countries with large tertiary systems, the report recommends institutional, rather than program accreditation as a cost - effective option. However, where tertiary systems are small and underdeveloped, a less formal self - assessment for each institution may be necessary until the capacity could be strengthened to support a more formal nation quality assurance agency in the long run.

Author : International Livestock Research Institute
Publisher : ILRI (aka ILCA and ILRAD)
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789291463565

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A situational analysis of agricultural production and marketing, and natural resources management systems in northwest Vietnam by International Livestock Research Institute Pdf

Author : Diana Vinding
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Civil rights
ISBN : 8792786529

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The Indigenous World 2015 by Diana Vinding Pdf

2015 will be a year of important negotiations and agreements on climate change and sustainable development--two topics of great importance for indigenous peoples and to which indigenous peoples have a lot to contribute. Seven years after the adoption of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and in light of the outcomes of the 2014 World Conference on Indigenous Peoples, this edition of The Indigenous World looks at the most significant developments and/or setbacks for indigenous peoples' rights at the national and international level in the past year and at possible ways forward. In over seventy articles and country reports, The Indigenous World 2015 provides a comprehensive update on the current situation of indigenous peoples and their human rights and reports on the most important developments in international processes of relevance to indigenous peoples during 2014. It is an indispensable tool about issues and developments that have impacted indigenous peoples worldwide. Indigenous and non-indigenous scholars or activists write the articles contained in The Indigenous World 2015. It is edited and produced by the International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs.

Author : Herbert Gintis
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-04-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780691160849

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The Bounds of Reason by Herbert Gintis Pdf

Game theory is central to understanding human behavior and relevant to all of the behavioral sciences—from biology and economics, to anthropology and political science. However, as The Bounds of Reason demonstrates, game theory alone cannot fully explain human behavior and should instead complement other key concepts championed by the behavioral disciplines. Herbert Gintis shows that just as game theory without broader social theory is merely technical bravado, so social theory without game theory is a handicapped enterprise. This edition has been thoroughly revised and updated. Reinvigorating game theory, The Bounds of Reason offers innovative thinking for the behavioral sciences.

Author : Reinette Biggs,Maja Schlüter,Michael L. Schoon
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781107082656

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Principles for Building Resilience by Reinette Biggs,Maja Schlüter,Michael L. Schoon Pdf

Reflecting the very latest research, this book provides an in-depth review of the role of resilience in the management of social-ecological systems and the ecosystem services they provide. Leaders in the field outline seven principles for building resilience in social-ecological systems, examining how these can be applied to advance sustainability.