capability statement

FRR is a leading UK-based forestry and institutional reform consultancy that provides services to governments of developing countries and transitional economies, donor government agencies, the major development banks as well as private clients.

FRR promotes sound investment in the environment and responsible management of it: whether by a Government community or an industry.

FRR is selective in the assignments that it undertakes. It focuses on projects that are well conceived, sustainable and environmentally sound.

FRR has become a major player in reforming forest sectors. The "way things have always been done" in these sectors has led to unsustainable exploitation of the forest. Getting things right often includes organisational reform of Government. This is rarely sufficient on its own.

The rules of the game have to change if real reform is to happen. This requires engagement with stakeholders throughout the sector: politicians, policy managers, local Government, private sector, communities, environmental groups and civil society organisations. These stakeholders are the intended beneficiaries of forest policy, although their interests may not always be complimentary. It is essential that they are fully engaged in ensuring that policies are delivered. Only then can we expect to ensure that not only are organisational arrangements changed, but that the rules of the game change.

FRR's success in this sector wide approach has led to is services being drawn on in other sectors where change processes are similar to that of the forest sector, particularly complex governance, trade, policy and civil society challenges.

FRR has strong financial, technical and professional competence in all aspects of forestry and natural resource development and uses these skills in partnership with governments and communities to harness the social, environmental and economic benefits of forests.

FRR's forte is institutional development to strengthen forest resource management and thus support livelihood development. Download our leaflet on Changing the Rules (150KB pdf file).

FRR embraces the traditions of the AHG Group through strong financial, technical and professional competence. By demonstrating these strengths FRR has gained respect throughout the world of forestry and natural resources development.

FRR is in a highly competitive position to develop and implement projects in both temperate and tropical environments. Our core staff, associates and contracted specialists provide a professional, efficient and friendly service to meet individual project needs.

FRR has its headquarters in the United Kingdom, with representatives in China, Vietnam and Philippines.

FRR prides itself on the responsive support its UK offices provide to our consultants in the field, the responsible management of project budgets being an important but not exclusive part of this.

Our in house support staff of 15 forestry and natural resource development sector specialists are dedicated to the efficient provision of administrative assistance, providing the maximum logistical support possible to ensure that valuable consultancy time is dedicated to attaining project goals.

FRR's in house team is supported by a database of 4,000 specialist consultants who are available to provide these services to clients.