PES in Thailand 2012: Department of National Forest launched PES in the Mae Sa-Kog Ma Man and Biosphere (MAB) Reserve (with plans to continue through January 2016) Goal: environmental conservation and integration into Reduced Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD) + activities. Experiences: • Building up understanding and awareness of stakeholders involvement in ecosystems’ exploitation and compensation. • Involving all Stakeholders: local communities, civil society organizations, and relevant government and private sector players. • Strengthening capacities across all sectors for a solid understanding of and confidence in PES.
PES in Vietnam Decree 99 1- 2% 90% 52
Conclusions PES is a direct approach to conservation A useful tool for maintaining the provision of water shed services – clean, sediment-free water PES is now used worldwide and is becoming recognized by the legal framework of some countries (VN, Dcree 99) QUESTIONS? Comments 53
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