This Practical Guide on Alternative Development and the Environment is designed for two main audiences:
- Practitioners involved in designing alternative development policies and programs.
- Local project implementers and coordinators.
The guide compiles experiences and success factors to help inform alternative development and sustainable livelihood projects. It offers guidance, not one-size-fits-all solutions, and encourages local assessment and adaptation to specific contexts.
Key Messages
- Focuses on environmentally sustainable practices, forest conservation, carbon credit schemes, and payments for environmental services.
- Draws from diverse best practices across sectors, including agriculture, livestock, fisheries, and forestry.
- Encourages collaboration with organizations like FAO, UNEP, and UNIDO, as well as local communities.
