 |
In 2007 the World Bank initiated an independent review of implementation of its 2002 Forests Strategy.  The Review of Implementation examined the progress achieved to date by the World Bank Group (IDA/IBRD, IFC and MIGA) in its program of activities related to forests, challenges, and options for future action. Please note that this review was in no way an assessment of the Forests Strategy itself. In October 2007 the World Bank issued its formal response to the recommendations of the Review of Implementation. The World Bank implements the Forests Strategy through a blend of lending and technical assistance projects, grants, analytical work, and various partnerships programs, including the WB/WWF Alliance, the Program on Forests (PROFOR) and the Forest Law Enforcement and Governance (FLEG)initiative. The Strategy also includes actions to build and strengthen collaboration with non-governmental organizations, private sector entities, donor agencies, and global initiatives such as the Collaborative Partnership on Forests, the United Nations Forum on Forests, and the Global Environment Facility. During the process of the review, the independent review team (consisting of Dr. Arnoldo Contreras-Hermosilla and Dr. Markku Simula) invited all relevant stakeholders to provide input via electronic submissions and telephone interviews. Inputs were solicited on the following: The Bank’s overall performance in implementing the Forests Strategy Key issues and constraints to be addressed Opportunities to be tapped
  |
RSS