WWF Forest Factsheets
Quick facts on forest plantations
Forest plantations are a controversial source of wood for the forest and paper industries. Whilst plantations can yield benefits for the local economy, environment and local communities, in some situations plantations have caused environmental and social problems.
Feature advisory: EU enlargement, boon or bane for the environment?
In terms of natural capital, EU accession and candidate countries — especially those in Eastern and Central Europe — are the richest in Europe. But will this wealth be protected or squandered after these countries join the EU?