Paramedics for Ecosystems
Why it matters: This initiative directly protects endangered species and medicinal plants in Ecuador's copper-rich mountains from mining.
- Paraecologists in southeastern Ecuador are documenting biodiversity to protect their territory from mining.
- Local residents are collecting data on endangered species, waterfalls, and medicinal plants.
- The initiative aims to safeguard copper-rich mountains and their unique ecosystems.
In Ecuador's copper-rich mountains, local "paraecologists" are meticulously documenting their region's biodiversity, including endangered species and medicinal plants, to create a robust defense against encroaching mining operations. This initiative empowers residents to protect their ancestral lands and invaluable ecosystems through scientific data collection.
