Global Forests and ForestryLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

You will get acquainted with the global forest resources, their regional distribution and the main uses. You understand the internationality of forest sector and know its main actors. You understand the challenges associated with forests and forest use and know the most common international means of regulating forests.

Content

Essential contents:
- Global forest resources, their regional distribution and use
- Main actors in the global forest sector
- Threats and pressures to change land use practices and their implications to forests
- International treaties and agreements