Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Turning Duineveld Eco-Threat into Profitable Employment: Phase 1 - Development of a Business Plan

Grantee Name: Duineveld Coastal Association

Hotspot: Cape Floristic Region
Location: South Africa
Amount: $1,967
Dates: Jun 2004 – Sep 2004
Keywords: Land use planning, Livelihoods, Employment, Invasive alien species

Address threats to biodiversity by exploring means to remove alien species and increase employment opportunities in the Cape Floristic Region through a firewood-cutting scheme. Focus efforts in this first phase by preparing a business plan and action plan for the rural coastal area from Gouritsmond to Jongensfontein in the southern region.

Strategic Direction :

2 Promote innovative private sector and community involvement in conservation in landscapes surrounding biodiversity corridors

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Turning Duineveld Eco-Threat into Profitable Employment: Phase 1 - Development of a Business Plan

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