The goal of the project is to reverse the loss and degradation of peatlands in South East Asian countries to avoid negative impacts on socio-economy, health and environment through capacity building and sustainable peatland management practices. The Objecties are to strengthen capacity at regional and national levels for sustainable peatland management; minimize the degradation of peatlands in South east Asia; rehabiliotate and sustainably manage targeted peatlands; and enhance the livelihood of local communities through sustainable peatland management.

Project Details

GEF Project ID
2751
Country
Regional
Implementing Agencies
International Fund for Agricultural Development
Approval FY
2008
Status
Completed
Region
Regional
Executing Agencies
ASEAN Secretariat & Global Environment Centre
GEF Period
GEF - 4
Project Type
Full-size Project
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
10,207,457
GEF Project Grant
4,299,164
GEF Agency Fees
460,516

Timeline

Received by GEF
13 Apr 2005
Concept Approved
01 Nov 2007
Project Approved for Implementation
07 Aug 2008
Project Closed
31 Dec 2014