The proposed MSP project would help to preserve the threatened biodiversity of the Southern section of the Choco-Andean ecosystems. Project goals would include: (i) enhance effectiveness of the existing protected natural areas; (ii) secure functional connectivity between 2 major ecosystems of NW Ecuador the Choco bioregion and the Andean Cloud forests; (iii) increase awareness of local communities; (iv) investigate and promote environmentally sustainable methods; and (v) influence regional and national policies to support sustainability.

Project Details

GEF Project ID
775
Country
Ecuador
Implementing Agencies
The World Bank
Approval FY
2000
Status
Completed
Region
Latin America and Caribbean
Executing Agencies
Funfacion Maquipucuna
GEF Period
GEF - 2
Project Type
Medium-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
2,353,266
GEF Project Grant
974,663
GEF Agency Fees
0

Timeline

Concept Approved
01 May 2000
Project Approved for Implementation
20 Jun 2000
Project Closed
04 Nov 2003