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Explore the forests of Mexico
Mexico is home to one of the largest areas of old-growth forests, conserved in great part thanks to organized communities across the country. But there’s much more that can be done to boost the climate and biodiversity benefits. Explore Mexican forest projects with verified ecosystem services below and consider incorporating them into your climate strategy today.
Selva Maya: Communities preserving a biodiversity hot spot
Community-managed conservation in Southern Mexico: Selva Maya Alliance
The Selva Maya Alliance, composed by several Ejidos (community-managed lands), is the home of several endangered species, such as the King Vulture and the Jaguar, in an area of more than 67,000 hectares. These forest stewards require further support to continue investing in the protection of habitats and keeping the exuberance and benefits their forests give to the planet.
Main achievements of this project:
- 46,000 hectares of forests managed for the conservation of habitats
- Nine species of endangered fauna protected, including jaguars, king vultures, and habitats for important species like the short-toed eagle
- 232 hectares of river basins protected
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Ejido Topia: Water and recreation for the North of Mexico
Mexican community protects water for Durango
The Ejido Topia is managed by the Otomi Indigenous community. Its forests are fundamental for the provision of water to agricultural lands in Durango state. This was recognised by Del Fuerte, a tomato company part of Grupo Herdez, who have agreed to sponsor the community so they can continue protecting the watersheds that nourish their business and the region.
Main achievements of this project:
- 7,037 hectares of forests managed to protect four watersheds
- Improvement in the water quality provided by these watersheds
- Increased forest cover along the watersheds
Want to learn from this project to strengthen your climate strategy? Read the full profile or contact us.
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