Environmental Guardianship

Saving the Chaco ecosystems

Community Empowerment

Building resilient communities

Biodiversity Haven

Preserving earth’s natural assets

Our Mission

PROTECTING WHAT TRULY MATTERS

Our mission at Chaco Vivo is to preserve the Gran Chaco’s unique ecosystems and tackle critical threats to biodiversity while uplifting local communities. Discover how Chaco Vivo is safeguarding the future of one of Earth’s most precious natural treasures and improving the lives of those who call it home.

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Project Chaco Vivo Key Metrics

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Flora Protected

Plant species safeguarded, including the endangered Palo Santo tree.

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Fauna Protected

Fauna species protected, including many IUCN Red Listed species.

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Emission Reductions

Tonnes of CO2 mitigating from being released into the atmosphere.

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Endangered Species

Protecting endangered species including the iconic jaguar, and the endemic Chacoan peccary.

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Protected Area

Square kilometers of Chaco Forest being conserved, largest REDD+ project in Paraguay.

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Community Impact

People’s wellbeing improved, including Indigenous communities, positively impacting all 17 U.N. Sustainable Development Goals.

Chaco Vivo’s Key Project Impacts

Project Chaco Vivo

A Model for Conservation

Chaco Vivo is Paraguay’s largest REDD+ project, developed under VERRA’s VCS and CCBS standards. Spanning 187,916 hectares in the Gran Chaco, it safeguards one of South America’s most vital ecosystems.

Our efforts prevent over 30 million metric tonnes of CO2 emissions and positively impact all 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals through comprehensive project initiatives. Join us in our mission for a sustainable and resilient future.

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Tonnes COâ‚‚ Saved

Events and Information

Chaco Vivo MRV

Stay Informed About Chaco Vivo’s Next Monitoring, Reporting and Verification

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Making a Difference

The L.I.F.E. Program – Community Impact across all 17 U.N. SDGs

Livelihoods and Wellbeing

Enhancing community wellbeing and other livelihood improvements.

Education and Incomes

Improving education and technical skills for new jobs and income generation.

Indigenous Communities

Transforming lives in the most marginalized communities.

Pioneering Transparent, Collaborative, and Inclusive Conservation for a Sustainable Future

Our Approach

Collaboration is Key

Chaco Vivo is dedicated to adhering to the highest project standards. Our approach prioritizes transparency, stakeholder collaboration, and inclusive project management.

Mitigating Climate Change

Building Resilient Communities

Protecting Ecosystems and Biodiversity

Ensuring Transparency and Collaboration

Mitigating Climate Change

Building Resilient Communities

Protecting Ecosystems and Biodiversity

Ensuring Transparency and Collaboration

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