What is it about?
This study explores how remittances from rural-to-urban migrants support forest recovery and household livelihoods under China’s Conversion of Cropland to Forest Program (CCFP). Using data from household surveys and satellite imagery, the research shows that remittances help reduce dependence on forest resources like fuelwood, leading to increased forest cover and greenness in areas where households receive these funds.
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Why is it important?
This study highlights a novel mechanism through which migration can positively impact environmental sustainability. By reducing the reliance on forest resources, remittances contribute to forest regeneration, which is crucial for combating global warming and preserving biodiversity. Understanding this dynamic can inform policies that support both economic development and environmental conservation.
Perspectives
This research underscores the interconnectedness of social and ecological systems. Economic activities in urban areas can have profound positive impacts on rural environments, mediated through financial support to families in the origin households. This finding is particularly relevant in the context of global efforts to address climate change and promote sustainable development.
Qi Zhang
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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This page is a summary of: Remittance from migrants reinforces forest recovery for China’s reforestation policy, PLoS ONE, June 2024, PLOS,
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0296751.
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