At the regional level, the project seeks to unite important government officials and decision-makers during ASEAN-level forums. The goal is to strengthen regional cooperation, exchange knowledge and experiences, and promote the creation of shared guidelines and approaches for conserving and sustainably utilizing peatland resources.
Aim/Objectives: To sustainably manage peatland ecosystems in targeted countries and to conserve biodiversity and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emission.
Key Outcomes:
- Assessing and documenting peatland ecosystems in the three countries;
- strengthening institutional capacity and enabling policy and legal frameworks for sustainable peatland management at local, national and sub-regional levels, and;
- demonstrating sustainable peatland management practices that conserve biodiversity, reduce GHG emissions and strengthen sustainable livelihoods for local communities.
