We are a non-profit Peruvian association founded in 2010 in Madre de Dios.
We manage and take care of 916 hectares of Amazon forest (2264 acres) in the Las Piedras River basin, Madre de Dios. The organization is led by women and its purpose is to implement forest conservation actions involving civil society and the private sector.
We are implementing 4 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
What Have We Achieved?
PROTECTION OF THE FOREST
PROTECTION OF THE FOREST
- The protection of 916 hectares of Amazonian forest of the Madre de Dios region with the permanent presence of forestry custodians for 8 years.
- The training of personnel for work in the field and implementation of permanent terrestrial and river patrol activities in the area.
- The construction of a biological station with local materials, including infrastructure with basic services, dining, bathrooms, and a watchtower. Total area of construction is approximately 400m2.
- Path network: 12 km of trails and paths in the forest for patrol and exploration by visitors.
- Basic team operations: new river transportation, group generator, UHF radio for communications, underground water pump system.
TECHNOLOGY TO PROTECT THE FOREST
TECHNOLOGY TO PROTECT THE FOREST
- Since 2012: development and implementation of the Unique System for Forest Protection as a microfinance strategy that allows for any internet user to choose a hectare of Amazon forest and sponsor it.
- 2017: development of the application App CensArbol 2.1 for data collection and the systematization of field data.
- 2018: development of the first web prototype of a System of Protection of Great Amazonian Trees.
RESEARCH
RESEARCH TO UNDERSTAND WHAT WE ARE PROTECTING
- Forest Inventory of 300 great trees of species in danger of logging within hectares of the Arbio forest with the systematization of the information for each treed.
- Study and recognition of wild fauna in the area: 25 species of mammals (entre jaguars, pumas, ocelots, deer and tapirs), 70 species of amphibians and reptiles, 250 species of birds. Audiovisual recording.
- Permanent monitoring of mammals by hidden cameras over 3 consecutive years.
SOCIAL ISSUES
SOCIAL ISSUES
- Training of 30 families of chestnut harvesters and farmers in Puerto Maldonado on techniques of forest restauration with Analog Forestry.
- Lead interactive recreational activities with the children and cooperation of the neighboring community in the Las Piedras river basin over 3 consecutive years.
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
- Development and reputation of the ArbioPeru brand.
- Social Media Marketing: 6.7k followers on FB, 3.5k on Instagram.
- Development of the MISELVA channel on social networks for the dissemination of forestry sciences and the importance of the Amazonian ecosystem.
- Media Impact: 20 notes, interviews and/or reports about the work of Arbio Peru (nationally and internationally).
RECOGNITION
RECOGNITION
2018 International “Jane Goodall hope and inspiration Ranger Award” prize for Tatiana Espinosa’s work with ARBIO in the Peruvian Amazon.
Be a Forest Defender
TESTIMONIES
Live an authentic experience
I am very proud to have worked together with the Arbio team on an extremely important issue, such as the preservation of the Amazon.
Camila Carvalho, Brazil
I am very happy with ArBio, not only for allowing me to know part of its forest and its riches, but for the incredible people who fight for the ideal of making things better and leaving them better.
Natasha Cabrera, Perú
I will return with great pleasure to connect with nature, learn, disconnect from the mundane, protect, support the project … this unforgettable experience has enriched my life.
Elsa Biondi, Italia
Arbio is doing an important task in trying to bring together in a sustainable way the interests of both the people who live in the jungle and those who seek to protect it.
Luis Navarro (EU)
Arbio is currently planting the seeds that will allow our subsistence in this world. An A1 team of huge vision professionals.
Felipe Acha, Perú
I came to ARBIO and found incredible friends with whom to share ideas, conversations, my passion for reptiles and amphibians, but above all, our love for nature and the Amazon.
German Chavez, Perú
The field work obtained good results: 259 species of birds in 9 days. Good birds like eagles and other species. ARBIO has great potential for research, conservation and tourism.
Fernando Angulo, Perú
I have been able to observe the effort and interest of the members of ARBIO to conserve the forests and an example is the support they show for generating knowledge through the investigation of the fauna.
Andy Barboza, Perú
Arbio is developing a remarkable work. It is up to everyone to protect our Amazon. I had the pleasure of collaborating with them and it was great. I hope to continue this collaboration.