Local communities can become stronger and take charge of their environment in several important ways through local laws:
Having a Voice: Local laws can give communities the power to take care of their land and resources in a smart way. Right now, more than 14% of the world’s land is managed by communities, and they’re doing a great job at protecting it.
Getting Involved: Many laws encourage communities to take part in making decisions about the environment. For example, in Costa Rica, local people have a say in conservation efforts. Because of this, the country has seen a big boost of $100 million in money from ecotourism.
Money for Protection: Programs like Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) reward local communities with money for protecting nature and wildlife. Studies show that places involved in these programs have seen up to a 50% increase in forest cover.
Learning and Growing: Some laws help provide education and training for communities. This means people can learn to use sustainable methods. In places where there's such help, farmers reported a 30% improvement in their crop yields.
By empowering local communities, we help create a healthier environment for everyone!
Local communities can become stronger and take charge of their environment in several important ways through local laws:
Having a Voice: Local laws can give communities the power to take care of their land and resources in a smart way. Right now, more than 14% of the world’s land is managed by communities, and they’re doing a great job at protecting it.
Getting Involved: Many laws encourage communities to take part in making decisions about the environment. For example, in Costa Rica, local people have a say in conservation efforts. Because of this, the country has seen a big boost of $100 million in money from ecotourism.
Money for Protection: Programs like Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) reward local communities with money for protecting nature and wildlife. Studies show that places involved in these programs have seen up to a 50% increase in forest cover.
Learning and Growing: Some laws help provide education and training for communities. This means people can learn to use sustainable methods. In places where there's such help, farmers reported a 30% improvement in their crop yields.
By empowering local communities, we help create a healthier environment for everyone!