📖💡 Dive into the insights of the “Practical Guide on Alternative Development and the Environment” presented by UNODC. In several countries there is a growing share of illicit drug crop cultivation and other segments of drug economies shifting to protected areas like forest reserves and national parks. However, agricultural activities are not allowed in these areas. Therefore, new strains of income need to be identified and developed for those regions. The Practical Guide gives for the first time an overview how Alternative Development can look like in these special management areas. This guide sheds light on the convergence of drug control efforts and environmental preservation, covering: 1. Sustainable practices and approaches. 2. Conservation of forests and biodiversity. 3. Carbon credit initiatives. 4. Payments for ecosystem services. It's a valuable resource for understanding how we can align our efforts for a more sustainable future.
