"Grateful Planet" with the Indigenous Reserve Bajo Río Guainía and Río Negro
Human Forest's REDD+ project focuses on protecting over 460,000 hectares of the Bajo Río Guainía and Río Negro indigenous reserve in the Colombian Amazon. By reducing emissions from deforestation and degradation, the project supports the livelihoods of 26 indigenous communities, directly benefiting 373 families. Through 15 targeted development programs, it enhances health, education, and economic opportunities while respecting local customs. Named 'Planeta Agradecido' (Grateful Planet), the initiative emphasizes the critical role of indigenous knowledge in preserving vital ecosystems for future generations.
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Project Overview
Human Forest ensures the protection of over 460,000 hectares of the Bajo Río Guainía and Río Negro indigenous reserve, located in the heart of the Colombian Amazon. Our REDD+ project aims to reduce emissions caused by deforestation and degradation, while adhering to the highest technical standards and sustainably improving the lives of the 26 indigenous communities living there.
The financial proceeds are directly distributed to the 373 families in the reserve, while we simultaneously implement 15 development programs that add value in the areas of health, education, infrastructure, technology, transport, and economic development. In doing so, we always respect the needs and customs of the indigenous peoples and actively involve them in the design and implementation of the project.
We empower local families by providing them with the necessary means and resources to build a sustainable and dignified future. It is through this support that we ensure the long-term preservation of the forest. We call this commitment 'Planeta Agradecido' (Grateful Planet) because we recognize the vital role indigenous communities play in protecting the Earth. Their efforts, grounded in deep cultural traditions and knowledge, are crucial to safeguarding the unique ecosystems of our planet for future generations.
Project Details
Project Company
Human Forest SAS
Project URL
Location
Guainía, Colombia
Project Type
REDD+(Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation)
Methodology
M/LU-REDD+: Methodology for the Implementation of REDD+ Projects Consistent with National Reference Levels
Mechanism
Avoidance
Start Date
January 2025
Verification
First Verifier: ICONTEC
On-going Validator: ICONTEC
Standard: CerCarbono
Project Verification & Standards
This project adheres to recognized carbon standards and undergoes third-party validation and verification. These standards help ensure emissions reductions or removals are real, measurable, and traceable.
Sustainable Development Goals
This project contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
No poverty
End poverty in all its forms everywhere
Decent work and economic growth
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Climate action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
Life on land
Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
The Sustainable Development Goals are a collection of 17 global goals set by the United Nations General Assembly. This project's contributions to these goals are verified and monitored.
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