Target B

Mobilize resources to finance sustainable forest management and provide incentives to developing countries for conservation and reforestation.

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Forest Conservation Trusts: Secure and manage financial resources for sustainable forest management, conservation, and reforestation projects.
Community-Based Forestry Cooperatives: Collectively manage and sustainably harvest forest resources, often with financial support from external sources.
Timber Certification Organizations: Work with forest owners and managers to achieve and maintain sustainable forestry certifications, providing access to markets that value responsibly harvested timber.
Local Logging Associations with Sustainability Initiatives: Integrate sustainable practices and work to secure financial support for responsible forest management.
Agroforestry Networks: Promote the integration of trees and forests into agricultural landscapes, often supported by financial incentives for sustainable land management.
Eco-Tourism Initiatives with Forest Focus: Leverage eco-tourism to generate income for local communities, with a focus on sustainable forest management and conservation.
Carbon Offset and Trading Platforms: Facilitate the trading of carbon credits, providing financial incentives for sustainable forest management practices that sequester carbon.
Biodiversity Conservation Foundations with Forest Programs: Support forest conservation initiatives, recognizing the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem services associated with well-managed forests.
Environmental Education Centers with Forest Programs: Educate the community about the importance of sustainable forest management, often supported by grants and donations.
Land and Water Conservation Trusts with Forest Components: Work to conserve and protect land, including forests, with a focus on sustainable practices and financial support for responsible land management.

Training

Forest Management and Conservation Courses: Cover the principles of sustainable forest management, including ecological, economic, and social aspects.
Sustainable Resource Management Degrees: Provide a comprehensive understanding of sustainable resource management, with a focus on forests and ecosystems.
Forestry and Natural Resource Management Certificates: Specialized training in forestry and natural resource management, including sustainable practices and conservation strategies.
Forest Certification Training: Focuses on the requirements and processes involved in obtaining and maintaining forest certification, such as those provided by organizations like the Forest Stewardship Council.
Environmental Economics and Policy Courses: Delve into the economic principles related to natural resource management and the development of policies that incentivize sustainable practices.
Community Development and Engagement Workshops: Provide training in community engagement strategies, emphasizing collaboration with local communities for sustainable forest management.
Grant Writing and Fundraising for Conservation: Teach the skills necessary to write successful grant proposals and secure funding for sustainable forest management projects.
Carbon Markets and Offset Programs Training: Coves the principles of carbon markets, offset programs, and their role in incentivizing sustainable forest management practices.
Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Services Courses: Focus on the importance of biodiversity conservation and the ecosystem services provided by well-managed forests.
Corporate Social Responsibility Training: Provides insights into corporate engagement and partnerships, helping individuals navigate collaborations with businesses interested in sustainable forest management.

Occupations

Forest Conservation Project Managers: Oversee and manage sustainable forest management projects, ensuring that initiatives are implemented efficiently and align with conservation goals.
Sustainable Forestry Specialists: Implement and promote responsible forest management strategies.
Forest Certification Coordinators: Ensure that forests meet certification standards, facilitating the certification process, and maintaining compliance with sustainability criteria.
Community Forestry Facilitators: Work with local communities to encourage and support their active involvement in sustainable forest management practices.
Carbon Offset Analysts: Assess and analyze the carbon sequestration potential of forests, playing a key role in carbon offset and trading initiatives.
Eco-Tourism Coordinators with Forest Focus: Develop and manage eco-tourism programs that generate income for local communities through sustainable forest-related activities.
Grants and Funding Specialists: Secure grants and financial support from various sources to fund sustainable forest management projects and initiatives.
Timber Market Analysts: Analyze timber markets and trends, providing valuable insights to organizations involved in sustainable forestry and responsible timber harvesting.
Environmental Educators with Forest Emphasis: Raise awareness and understanding about sustainable forest management practices within local communities.
Forest Policy Analysts: Analyze and contribute to the development of policies related to sustainable forest management, ensuring alignment with conservation goals.

Back to Goal 15 Targets

Mobilize resources to finance sustainable forest management and provide incentives to developing countries for conservation and reforestation.

Could this be your career mission? Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.