Asia-Pacific Network for Sustainable Forest Management and Rehabilitation

Scientific paper

Assessment of the impact of climate change on endangered conifer tree species by considering climate and soil dual suitability and interspecific competition

Abstract: Climate change results in the habitat loss of many conifer tree species and jeopardizes species biodiversity and forest ecological functions. Delineating suitable habitats for tree species via climate niche model (CNM) is widely used to predict the impact of climate change and develop conservation and management strate...

Evaluation on biophysical carrying capacity to support land rehabilitation planning in the upstream watershed

Abstract: A comprehensive Soil and Water Conservation (SWC) plan is needed, supported by information on the condition of the Biophysical Carrying Capacity (BCC) of the watershed so that land rehabilitation activities will be right on target. The research aims to evaluate the BCC to support the SWC planning for the upstream water...

Adaptation of Asia-Pacific forests to climate change

Abstract: Climate change is a threat to the stability and productivity of forest ecosystems throughout the Asia- Pacific region. The loss of forests due to climate-induced stress will have extensive adverse impacts on biodiversity and an array of ecosystem services that are essential for the maintenance of local economies and pu...

Improved forest cover mapping by harmonizing multiple land cover products over China

Abstract: Fine resolution land cover products are becoming increasingly more available for many regions. These products, however, may not meet the quality requirements of many applications. This study provides an approach for improving land cover mapping by leveraging existing products and clear view Landsat composites. Assessme...

Community participation on Namsam upstream forest management a case study at: Khangthi, Houaxieng and Tham village, Samneau District, Houaphan Province

Abstract: This paper studied community participation in management of Namsam upstream forests is case study of Khangthi, Huaxieng and Tham village, Samnuea district, Houaphan province. The study aimed on the approaches to water quality management and exploredthe social and economic conditions affecting the forest and analyzed th...

Linking multiple facets of tree diversity and structure with aboveground biomass along an elevation gradient in tropical forests of Nepal: implications for forest management

Abstract: Exploring the abiotic (e.g., topography, climate, and soil) and biotic (diversity, structure, and functional trait identity) drivers of aboveground biomass (AGB) is one of the hot topics in forest ecology, and hence remains highly debated across local, regional and continental scales. In this thesis, I attempted to exp...