Partnering with extractive industries for the conservation of biodiversity in Africa : a guide for USAID engagement

The objectives are: (1) to identify opportunities for USAID engagement with extractive industries in conserving Africa"s biodiversity; (2) to analyze forms of partnerships and to alert parties to opportunities and pitfalls; (3) to examine tools, approaches, and initiatives to mitigate or prevent damage to biodiversity as well as improving biodiversity conservation; (4) to direct parties to sources of information about biodiversity-centered partnerships with extractive industries. This guide should help decision makers in USAID, partner organizations, and extractive industries in Africa evaluate options for biodiversity conservation in the face of resource extraction pressure through constructive engagement with extractive industries and other stakeholders. (Author abstract, modified)