Land-use Planner

Engage in participatory land-use planning

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About the tool

Discover the interactive tool for participatory land-use planning.

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Learn how to use the Land-use Planner’s full capabilities in a few steps.

Land-use data

Access economic data on forests and agricultural land uses in your area of interest.

Case studies

See how inclusive land-use planning is happening in different parts of the world.

Strengthening participation in agricultural conversion and stabilisation of the agricultural frontier

5 August, 2021

In June 2018, the Government of Colombia formalised the establishment of the National Agricultural Frontier. The Frontier aims to reduce deforestation caused by the expansion of agricultural activities in the country.

Grey-shanked Doucs. Credits: Ryan Deboodt

When biodiversity conservation needs inclusive land-use planning

3 February, 2021

The Central Highlands of Vietnam still hold many surprises. Biodiversity surveys in this region revealed new populations of rare and endangered wildlife, including two critically endangered primates: the grey-shanked douc and the yellow-cheeked gibbon.

Commune of Ngong: a discussion with the inhabitants of a village near Tchéboa, with the participation of their tribal chief. Credit: Pascal Douard

Land-use planning, a key to peace and development in the North Region of Cameroon

11 January, 2021

Various development programmes are active in the region, addressing wildlife management, natural resources and rural development. With some 20 initiatives underway and a growing number of actors, better coordination, consultation and planning are necessary.