Publications [#384007] of Jeffrey R. Vincent

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Papers Published

  1. Gao, X; Reich, PB; Vincent, JR; Fagan, ME; Chazdon, RL; Fritz, S; Schepaschenko, D; Potts, MD; Hansen, MC; Jung, M; Brancalion, PHS; Uriarte, M; Keenan, TF; Crowther, TW; Dubayah, RO; Lesiv, M; Liang, S; Wang, D. "The importance of distinguishing between natural and managed tree cover gains in the moist tropics.." Nature communications 16.1 (July, 2025): 6092. [doi]
    (last updated on 2026/01/22)

    Abstract:
    Naturally regenerated forests and managed tree systems provide different levels of carbon, biodiversity, and livelihood benefits. Here, we show that tree cover gains in the moist tropics during 1982-2015 were 56% ± 3% naturally regenerated forests and 27% ± 2.6% managed tree systems, with these differences in forest type, not only natural conditions (climate, soil, and topography), driving observed carbon recovery rates. The remaining 17% ± 3% likely represents small, unmanaged tree patches within non-forest cover types. Achieving global forest restoration goals requires robust monitoring, reporting, and verification of forest types established by restoration initiatives.

Jeffrey R. Vincent

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