Forests represent about one third of the terrestrial surface and provide crucial ecological, economic, and cultural services for human wellbeing and sustainable development. They host most of the terrestrial biodiversity, mitigate natural disasters, and ensure vital functions directly contributing to the achievement of Sustainable Development GoalsSustainable development goals (SDGs). A sustainable management of forests, integrated with initiatives of renewable energies and strategies of bio-economy, would favour an inclusive economic growthEconomic growth, especially in rural areas. Moreover, these policies should promote gender equality and reduce the dependence from fossil fuels. The transition towards sources of renewable energy within forest ecosystems improves public healthHealth reducing air pollution and supports resilient societies. International frameworks and collaboration agreements remark the relevance to preserve pristine woodland, with a special attention to forest rents. Based on these premises, the present chapter analyses trends in forest rents as per cent share of the Gross Domestic ProductGross domestic product (GDP) in 113 countries between 1970 and 2021. After a preliminary analysis using descriptive statisticsDescriptive statistic and maps, correlation statistics and exploratory multivariate techniquesExploratory multivariate techniques allowed identification of the main factors affecting variations over time in forest rents across countries, highlighting common trends and individual development paths. The analysis highlights stable (global) trends in forest rents, with significant dependencies in countries such as Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and Guinea-Bissau, claiming for specific policies introducing sustainable forest managementSustainable forest management in such deprived contexts. Integrated approaches between forests and energy are finally crucial for a resilient, equitable and sustainable future.