Governing natural resources for effectiveness, equity and sustainability: what matters?

This policy brief explores this question through a review of the ESPA programme's and broader literature

From:: Department for International Development
Published: 1 March 2018

Document Type:: Briefing
Theme:: Climate and Environment
Authors:: Ecosystems Services for Poverty Alleviation (ESPA)

Abstract

The governance of natural resources – such as fisheries, forests and grazing land – often fails to deliver adequately on sustainable use, justice and improved livelihoods. Decision-making structures and processes determine the management of resources and who benefits from them. How can governance approaches become more effective and fair to enable improved sustainability and livelihoods over time?

Citation

Ecosystems Services for Poverty Alleviation. Governing natural resources for effectiveness, equity and sustainability: what matters? Policy and Practice Briefs, March 2018