Protecting Forests in Mexico Reaps Lasting Rewards
World Bank
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April 15, 2016
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Communities in Mexico are harvesting a multitude of benefits by sustainably managing their forests – including jobs, income, ecotourism, carbon credits and, yes, basketball courts.

This inspiring story of a single mom, her entrepreneur sons and a united community explains why the sustainable management of forests is good for the planet and makes good economic sense.

Special Thanks to Conafor and Forest Carbon Partnership Facility

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