forest degradation
| Definition | Source | References |
|---|---|---|
A reduction in the capacity of a forest to produce ecosystem services such as carbon storage and wood products as a result of anthropogenic and environmental changes. |
Global assessment (1st work programme), Africa assessment, Americas assessment, Asia-Pacific assessment | Thompson, I. D., M. R. Guariguata, K. Okabe, C. Bahamondez, R. Nasi, V. Heymell, and C. Sabogal. 2013. An operational framework for defining and monitoring forest degradation. Ecology and Society 182: 20 |