Forest conservation in Papua, Indonesia
ICFC has helped a new conservation organization get its start in this vital region of the island of New Guinea. YAPPENDA works with Indigenous people to protect forests and develop sustainable livelihoods. >> More on this project
hectares covered by our projects
(an area the size of Uruguay)
CO2 equivalent stored
(more than the annual emissions of 1 billion cars)
threatened species protected
(just the ones we know of)
Tropical nature has astonishing biodiversity—the Amazon alone is home to 7,000 tree species and a single rainforest reserve in Peru has more bird species than the entire United States. Tropical forests are crucial for addressing climate change, and they generate rainfall and supply water for agriculture and other human needs. Coastal ecosystems prevent storm damage and are vital to fisheries. Canada's migratory species depend on tropical wintering areas. Yet tropical ecosystems are being lost and degraded—95% of deforestation is happening in the tropics.
ICFC finds opportunities for outstanding conservation returns and partners with capable local conservation organizations. Our field partners know best what needs doing and how to go about it. They excel at engaging local communities and government relations. Our work is science based, and the collective experience of our staff adds value.
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