There are different assocations for loggers, saw millers, wood producers and wood exporters. Status Forests are one of Suriname's most abundant natural resources with a high economic potential. The principles of sustainable development shall guide the decisions with regard to the expansion of the forest land area for production. Almost the entire forest land in Surname is state-owned. The responsibility and authority regarding the state of forests is with the Government.
Deforestation is negligible.
The forests are a substantial carbon dioxide sink and contribute to combating the intensification of the global greenhouse effect. Within the framework of the Amazonian Cooperation Treaty, several projects directed to sustainable use of natural environment are being undertaken. This information was provided by the Government of Suriname to the fifth session of the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development. Status Ninety percent of the population in Suriname is served by public waterworks, but the service level is not adequate. The waste water treatment in urban areas consists mainly of septic tanks and latrines.