Carbon avoidance
Protecting the Tambopata-Bahuaja Biodiversity Reserve in Peru
Peru, the third-largest country in South America, is renowned for its stunning biodiversity, rich cultural heritage, and critical ecosystems. However, these natural assets face increasing threats from deforestation, climate change, land-use changes, and extractive activities. In the Madre de Dios region, near the Bolivian border, a transformative project led by the Peruvian NGO AIDER is working to protect the Tambopata National Reserve and a section of Bahuaja-Sonene National Park. Spanning 591,119 hectares, the project will avoid 457,750 tCO₂e emissions annually over 20 years while delivering extensive benefits for biodiversity and local communities.
Project timeline
30 Jun 2030
Project End Date
30 Jul 2019
Achieves Climate, Community & Biodiversity Standards (CCB) under Verra
1 Jul 2010
Project Start Date
The project supports local communities by promoting sustainable livelihoods, providing financial resources, and technical assistance. These initiatives improve income generation and economic resilience, helping to alleviate poverty in the region.
Through sustainable agricultural practices and support for forest-friendly activities, the project improves food security by enhancing crop yields and promoting diversified income streams for local families.
The project reduces deforestation, contributing to cleaner air and a healthier environment. By creating sustainable practices, it minimises exposure to harmful pollutants, benefiting the well-being of local populations.
Capacity-building initiatives, such as training for park rangers and community surveillance committees, promote environmental education and skill development, empowering local communities with knowledge to sustain their ecosystems.
The project creates employment opportunities and supports sustainable economic activities, fostering economic growth while ensuring environmental sustainability and empowering local communities.
By promoting sustainable use of natural resources and reducing reliance on extractive activities, the project encourages responsible production and consumption practices among local communities.
The project avoids 457,750 tCO₂e emissions annually by preventing deforestation, significantly contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Through the protection of tropical rainforest and critical biodiversity, the project conserves vital ecosystems, safeguards endangered species, and supports the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems in the Madre de Dios region.
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Verifications
Verification: Verified Carbon Standard and Climate, Community and Biodiversity Standard
This project is verified by the Verified Carbon Standard and Climate, Community and Biodiversity Standard. You can view it on the Verra Registry here.