By Mark Kinver. Science and environment reporter, BBC News.
A multi-billion dollar deal tabled at the Copenhagen climate summit could lead to conflicts in forest-rich nations, a report has warned.
The study by the Rights and Resources Initiative said the funds could place “unprecedented pressure” on some areas.
Six nations offered $3.5bn as part of global plans to cut deforestation, which accounts for about 20% of all emissions from human activity.
Campaigners warn the scheme fails to consider the rights of forest people.