Climate change

Climate change

Indispensable expertise for landscapes preservation

Addressing urgent land degradation concerns

In Mauritius almost 100 species have become extinct since the 17th century

Forested peatlands subject of renewed environmental concern

"We desperately need this kind of positive vision and leadership"

If gap is not closed by 2030, it is extremely unlikely that the goal to hold global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius can be reached

Investing in rural landscapes may reduce number of displaced people

Indigenous livelihoods at risk where land rights are unclear

Approximately 70% of Africa’s population depends on its agriculture-based economy for their livelihoods, underscoring the importance of soil to the sector.

Forests, fields, wetlands and other terrestrial ecosystems are major carbon stores, and they could absorb enormous additional amounts of carbon dioxide.

The DRC has the biggest forest in Central Africa. The peatland discovered in the Central Basin is important for its significant biodiversity.

Protecting peatlands also means identifying ways for people that live and work around these areas to sustain their families.