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Model Project on Sustainable Forestry and Introduction of Alternative Energy Sources for Saving Habitats of CEPF Priority Species

Grantee Name: Sumgayit Center for Environmental Rehabilitation

Hotspot
Caucasus
Location
Azerbaijan
Amount
$45,000
Dates
Apr 2006 – Mar 2007
Keywords
Livelihoods

Produce briquettes from sawdust and replace the use of forests for heating purposes. Creating this small enterprise producing wooden briquettes will generate income for the local community, make it less dependent on natural resources, and reduce pollution.

Strategic Direction :

3 Implement models demonstrating sustainable resource use in five target corridors

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