Primer Informe Técnico de Restauración

This report, First Forest Restoration Monitoring Report in the Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca, Panama, presents early results from the Intelligent Reforestation Programme. Monitoring of 14 one-hectare restoration plots and 15 transects established in 2022 evaluated seedling survival, species richness and successional dynamics across 27 native tree species. The findings demonstrate the potential of community-led, science-based restoration using native species to enhance biodiversity recovery, increase carbon sequestration and support resilient, sustainable livelihoods in Indigenous territories.

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From humble beginnings to pioneers of resilient farming in Kipkewa Village

This blog, From humble beginnings to pioneers of resilient farming in Kipkewa Village – The rise of the Langat family farm, presents a case study from Bomet County, Kenya, highlighting smallholder-led adoption of climate-resilient and diversified farming systems. It documents how integrated crop and livestock practices, peer learning and locally adapted approaches have strengthened food security, household incomes and community resilience to climate variability. The story demonstrates how farmer-driven innovation contributes to sustainable land management and scalable, Nature-based Solutions for rural development.

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Participatory Diagnostic of Biodiversity in Gran Tescual (Spanish)

This report presents evidence from the Gran Tescual Indigenous Reservation Climate Plan project, which generates participatory, intercultural and gender-responsive research to inform biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation and sustainable livelihoods in the Gran Tescual territory of Colombia. Based on community co-production of a participatory biodiversity diagnosis, illustrated ethnobotanical guide and climate plan, findings highlight key ecosystem pressures, integrate Indigenous knowledge with scientific evidence, and support strengthened territorial governance and climate-resilient strategies.

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State of the World’s Seaweeds 2025

 

The State of the World’s Seaweeds 2025 presents a global assessment of seaweed biodiversity, production, trade and sustainability, synthesising ecological and socio-economic evidence to inform conservation and responsible industry growth.

It highlights trends in wild harvesting and aquaculture, pressures on coastal ecosystems, governance gaps, and opportunities to strengthen sustainable management and equitable value chains. The analysis supports improved data systems, policy coherence and investment in climate-resilient seaweed sectors.

Type
Report

Authors
Sophie Corrigan, Elizabeth J. Cottier-Cook, Phaik-Eem Lim, et al.

Year
2025

State-of-the-Worlds-Seaweeds_FINAL_DOI.pdf

 

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Project Title
GlobalSeaweed-SUPERSTAR: Supporting livelihoods by Protecting, Enhancing and Restoring biodiversity by Securing the future of the seaweed Aquaculture industry in developing countries.

Funding Round
RGC1

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GlobalSeaweed-SUPERSTAR: Supporting livelihoods by Protecting, Enhancing and Restoring biodiversity by Securing the future of the seaweed Aquaculture industry in developing countries – GCBC

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Socio-economic Baseline report (Lake Tseny)

This case study presents evidence from the Following the Water project which researches drivers of wetland degradation at Lake Tseny, Madagascar. The study traces water quality and quantity through social, ecological and biophysical elements to build a holistic understanding of wetland systems and co-produce Nature-based Solutions with local communities. Findings identify key pressures on wetlands, inform sustainable resource management and strengthen links between biodiversity, climate resilience and livelihoods.

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Multifaceted Assessment of Amazonian Tree Diversity Reveals Pervasive Impacts of Human Modification

This Global Change Biology article (DOI: 10.1111/gcb.70595) presents research supporting the project “Enabling Large-scale and Climate-Resilient Forest Restoration in the Eastern Amazon.” The article assesses how logging, fire and forest degradation alter taxonomic, functional and phylogenetic diversity in Eastern Amazon forests, demonstrating significant biodiversity losses in disturbed landscapes. The project integrates field ecology, remote sensing and stakeholder engagement to inform evidence-based forest restoration and long-term resilience in the Brazilian Amazon.

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Global seaweed stock and Marine Protected Area assessments provide potential opportunities to protect wild seaweeds

This Applied Phycology article presents findings from the GlobalSeaweed SUPERSTAR project assessing seaweed aquaculture and wild harvesting in relation to biodiversity protection and Marine Protected Areas. Using global mapping and multi-dataset analysis across 82 countries, the study identifies 261 commercially used species, highlights major gaps in species identification and production reporting, and shows that nearly half of seaweed activities occur within 1 km of MPAs. With relevance to Indonesia and Malaysia, findings inform strategies to protect wild stocks, strengthen coastal ecosystems, build capacity and improve livelihoods.

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