Explore groundbreaking forestry research from the Indian Himalayan Region crucial for sustainable growth. This insightful volume delves into critical topics like climate change impacts, ecosystem services, carbon sequestration, and community forestry, reflecting a paradigm shift towards viewing forests as natural capital. It’s essential reading for forestry professionals, researchers, and students in India seeking to understand contemporary global thinking on forest management and ecological development. Discover priority areas for forest research in the RIO+20 era and gain insights vital for India’s environmental future.