The initiative is led by Conservation International as the implementing agency and the Fondo Mexicano para la Conservación de la Naturaleza (FMCN) as the executing agency. It is carried out in close collaboration with the Government of Mexico, including the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER), the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT), and the National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP).
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Mexico is advancing a comprehensive strategy to restore its ecosystems and strengthen community resilience in the face of environmental degradation and climate change. The approach is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and long-term sustainability, with efforts concentrated in key regions across the country.
Efforts are focused on the watersheds of Chiapas, Jalisco, and Veracruz. Pilot projects are also underway in Guerrero, Nayarit, and Oaxaca. By planning restoration at the watershed level, Mexico aims to address ecological challenges holistically, ensuring that interventions benefit entire landscapes and the communities that depend on them.
Mexico is leveraging nature-based solutions to restore degraded ecosystems. These solutions work with natural processes to improve biodiversity, enhance water security, and build resilience to climate impacts.
Local communities are at the heart of Mexico’s restoration efforts. This approach not only strengthens environmental stewardship but also creates opportunities for sustainable livelihoods.
To ensure long-term sustainability, Mexico is developing financing mechanisms that support ongoing restoration work. At the same time, it is promoting access to new markets for producer groups and community enterprises, helping to build economic resilience alongside ecological recovery.
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