One of the threats of the ecoregion of Pantanal, is the deforestation caused by the increment of the demand for food, specially meat. Also the low value attributed to the forests and the lack of good practices the agricultural and cattle raising production make this figure rise.
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About the Project
With a rapidly growing population, Paraguay must generate jobs and economic opportunities for its populations. In the past … more
Indigenous Communities and Small Producers
The Pantanal is the largest and one of the best conserved wetlands in the world. It is characterized by an exceptional diversity …more
Why is REDD+ so Important?
REDD+, or Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation, is part of the climate change solution to slow the loss of forests …more
Importance of the Forest
The BAAPA is home to the largest mammals of the South American continent and over 300 species of birds have been recorded to date …more
Major Goals & Objectives
ParLu aims to foster a balance between human activities and the use of the forest by implementing a REDD+ program, with a focus on …more
International Conservation
For 50 years, WWF has been protecting the future of nature. The world’s leading conservation organization, WWF works in 100 countries …more
