Natural heritage

We promote the respect and creation of protected natural areas. We aim to contribute to people’s economic and social sustainability, as well as guaranteeing the security of their territories and inhabitants.

Around 17% of the Peruvian territory is under protection. In spite of this, its biodiversity is in constants threat due to several factors. Our goal is to contribute to reducing deforestation and the loss of key ecosystems as well as promoting nature-based solutions to tackle climate crisis. We coordinate protection actions and an efficient management with state and non-state actors. We also provide legal and technical assistance to cooperate in the struggle against illegal activities in protected areas.

These are some of our key actions:

• Creation of prioritized ecosystems and protection of biodiversity.
• Management, co-management and governance of protected areas.
• Promotion of national protected areas and their value for development.
• Financial sustainability.

Historically, the economic policies in Peru have not included financial mechanisms or incentives for conservation and sustainable activities. One of our tasks is to seek, promote, and develop sustainable economic activities that incorporate and motivate the stakeholders.