Trees Outside Forests (TOF) Information Wizard
A Virtual Information Center for TOF
TOFI Program (Trees Outside Forests in India) by CIFOR-ICRAF
The TOFI program is a significant initiative aimed at enhancing the area under trees outside traditional forest spaces to boost livelihoods and ecosystem services. It's a collaborative effort by USAID and India's Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, implemented by CIFOR-ICRAF.
Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
The MoEFCC is responsible for the regulation and protection of India's environmental and natural resources. The ministry's initiatives include policies and programs that promote forest and tree cover expansion, which are essential for achieving India’s environmental objectives.
National Forest Policy
India's National Forest Policy aims to maintain ecological stability and conserve biodiversity by ensuring that a significant portion of the country's geographical area is covered by forests or trees. This policy supports broader environmental objectives, including those related to climate change and sustainable land use.
USAID India
USAID plays a critical role in various development projects in India, including environmental conservation and agricultural enhancements. Their support extends to initiatives like TOFI, which aim to integrate sustainable practices into India’s agricultural and environmental sectors.
Paris Agreement - India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
As part of its commitment to the Paris Agreement, India has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, which includes increasing forest and tree cover. These commitments are crucial for mitigating climate change and enhancing sustainability.
The Bonn Challenge
The Bonn Challenge is a global effort to restore degraded and deforested lands. India has joined this challenge with a pledge to restore millions of hectares of land, which is in line with its commitments under international agreements like the Paris Agreement and its own national policies.
