Accordingto the Copenhagen Accord,
climate change is one of the
greatest challenges of our time and a deep cut in global greenhouse gas
emissions is required to deal with this problem (UNFCCC, 2009b). The
Copenhagen Accord also recognizes the crucial role of reducing emissions
from deforestation and the need to enhance the carbon uptake
of forests. Furthermore, it commits to provide funding for implementing
such actions in developing countries. Meanwhile, climate change may
contribute to biodiversity loss, which poses a particularly real threat
to the livelihoods, food security and health of the poor.