How will NRDC be sure the rainforest is maintained and not just cut down again?
NRDC and our local partner, the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center (CATIE), are committed to the long-term restoration and maintenance of the reforested site. CATIE is one of the leading institutions in the world working on tropical resource management, agroforestry, and agriculture. More information about CATIE can be found on their website: http://www.catie.ac.cr The forest will be on CATIE’s campus – a secured and stable area where the trees and local wildlife will thrive, guarded from the threat of deforestation. CATIE has years of experience in reforestation management and with their expertise we will recreate and maintain a strong, healthy and diverse forest. NRDC intends to remain engaged with this project for the long-term and track the growth of our forest.
