Aquarius
A forest protection project
Purpose of project
PROTECT
Protect biodiversity, preserve habitats and save endangered species
ENHANCE
Enhance the livelihoods of local communities
AVOID
Avoid deforestation and preserve this vast carbon sink
Back story
our incentive
The current owner has experience clearing virgin forest land to develop cattle ranches. Plans for the possible clearing effort have already been filed. The owner will choose the course of action for the area that will generate the highest economic benefit to them in the short term.
As the clearing of the project area is imminent, Idyllica is determined to prevent guaranteed deforestation as soon as possible, protect this untouched ecosystem from destruction and ensure its biodiversity’s survival for generations to come.
Location
Highly biodiverse untouched native forest within Paraguay’s Gran Chaco which future is threatened by deforestation.
community
Social impact
A positive and ongoing relationship is established with the neighboring indigenous community.
Generating meaningful jobs for locals, especially women, including workplace employment and training.
Improvement of medical facilities and accessibility.
Improving fresh water supply for remote communities using solar power.
Our approach
Biodiversity
The exceptional species we want to save
INNOVATION
Technology
Biodiversity monitoring: camera traps, acoustic monitoring, and spatial analysis.
Continuous patrolling: ensure no encroachment occurs and quickly respond to alerts, early detection, and prevention of wildfires.
