Private Sector
Large Multinationals are possibly the least trusted to provide assistance and effectual methods to avoid deforestation and mitigate Climate Change. Yet their very survival depends on it. The public perception of a multinationals values and actions, have a direct effect on their share values and profitability.
UNEP/GRID-Arendal, The importance of small forestry enterprises in developing countries, UNEP/GRID-Arendal Maps and Graphics Library, http://maps.grida.no/go/graphic/the-importance-of-small-forestry-enterprises-in-developing-countries
(Accessed 21 September 2008)
The CAA openly welcomes any and all Multinational Organizations that seek to bring value to the environmental and climate issues at hand. We at the CAA in-turn provide multinationals huge PR awareness of their actions at the highest levels of Government and at the public forum level.
Much of what we are talking about here comes down to local consultation and understanding the drivers that provide a workable and sustainable plan. Local companies close to the forest areas need to work in a trusted environment with Local Government, Small to Medium Forest Enterprises (SMFE’s) and the public to all co-exist and develop. Community consultation, education and sustainable activities are already baring fruit. Many small scale forest owners are starting up and providing local community Arts & Craft employment and light industry opportunities
