South America
Why South America
Across diverse ecosystems in South America, Perfuturo protects rainforest biodiversity, restores degraded land, and strengthens local communities. Through verified carbon credits and long-term partnerships, we create impact where nature and people need it most. Discover how Perfuturo turns vision into action.
ATIGUA Conservation Project – Amazon Rain Forest
A long-term Private Partnership with the owners of the properties in Brazil
as part of the Perfuturo Forest Reserve Brazil Ltda.
Project objectives:
Conservation and carbon avoidance in the rainforest biome, alongside protection against threats such as poaching, species trafficking, illegal land grabbing, and deforestation.
Biodiversity conservation, focusing on the protection of endangered rare bird species, one of Brazil’s last jaguar populations, and other large animals.
Restoration and reforestation of up to 2,000 hectares of land previously damaged by deforestation as farmland or cattle pasture, as well as burned areas caused by wildfires.
Project
Size:
Mitigation of
Carbon release:
Carbon and Biodiversity Credits*
*Generated and registered, combined
The carbon validation and calculation is conducted according to the Perfuturo standard, approved by TüV Nord, with certification of biodiversity and SDG benefits by CreditNature, and registration with Accounting for Nature.
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Our Benefits
Economic
Local Jobs: Over 12 people employed, scaling from 6 to 12 rangers and support for up to 80 family members.
Income Generation:
Jobs in construction, handcrafts, and afforestation.Infrastructure Projects: Water, solar energy, and logistics services boost local economies.
NTFP Economy: Income from sustainable forest products through cooperatives.
Environmental
Surveillance: Satellite monitoring and camera/acoustic systems to prevent illegal activities.
Ranger Presence: Stations and patrols safeguard biodiversity.
Waste Management: Initiatives for improved rubbish disposal.
Social
Healthcare & First Aid: Education and setup of health hubs in remote areas.
Clean Water & Energy: Solar-powered systems (lights, fans, phones, laptops, internet via Starlink). Expansion planned for more communities.
Education & Training: Courses in ranger work, IT/GPS, biodiversity, and fire protection, including active participation of women.
School Support: Revitalisation of local school systems.
Sustainable Products: Support for cooperatives producing Açaí, wild cacao, Copaiba oil, etc.
Sustainable Development Goals
In Brazil, we fulfil the following SDGs
Açaí berries in Brazil