# Network of Global Future CouncilsGlobal Future Council on Forest Economy

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## About the Global Future Council on Forest Economy

Demand for wood products is expanding exponentially to meet the growing need for bio-based products and low-carbon construction materials, creating increasing pressure on natural forests. The development of coherent landscape restoration strategies must integrate traditional conservation work with commercial forestry to strengthen forest connectivity and resilience. How can we leverage the demand for wood products to trigger large-scale investment in land restoration rather than the clearing of natural forests?


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The network convenes over 700 experts from academia, business, government, civil society and international organizations, operating as a time-bound think-tank, grouped in expertise-based thematic councils, to identify and disseminate transformative ideas with the potential for positive global impact.

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