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How to Learn Lessons from Field Experience in Forest Landscape Restoration: A Tentative Framework.

Stephanie Mansourian^1,2, Daniel Vallauri³

¹Mansourian.org, Mont d'eau, 1276, Gingins, Switzerland. stephanie@mansourian.org.

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Learning from field implementation is crucial for forest landscape restoration (FLR), a complex and evolving approach. This study proposes a framework to guide lesson learning for FLR practice and policy.

Keywords:

Conservation FLR Knowledge Learning Lessons learned Restoration

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Restoration Ecology
Conservation Biology
Landscape Ecology

Background:

Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) is a complex, multidisciplinary approach with limited long-term field data.
Global commitments, like the Bonn Challenge, aim to scale up FLR for social, biodiversity, and carbon benefits.
The novelty and uncertainty surrounding FLR necessitate urgent lesson learning from past and ongoing initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a framework for systematic lesson learning in Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR).
To ground FLR practice and policy in accumulated field experiences.
To address the need for knowledge generation in a relatively new and complex field.

Main Methods:

A conceptual framework for lesson learning in FLR is proposed.
The framework synthesizes insights from related disciplines and early FLR experiences.
Focus on practical application for policy and implementation.

Main Results:

A foundational framework for lesson learning in FLR is presented.
The framework aims to consolidate knowledge from diverse field implementations.
Provides a structured approach to capture and utilize FLR experiences.

Conclusions:

Systematic lesson learning is vital for the advancement of Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR).
The proposed framework offers a structured method to enhance FLR effectiveness.
Integrating field experiences into practice and policy is essential for successful FLR outcomes.