Amazon Bioinvestment in Quilllabamba, Cusco
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Presentation and institutional participation
In each of these regions, the workshops were attended by key regional stakeholders, including companies and producer organizations and representatives of regional governments, municipalities, the National Forestry Service (Serfor) and the National Service of Protected Natural Areas (Sernanp), among others.
Iquitos, Loreto
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These presentations highlighted the relevance of the initiative to promote business projects that contribute to the mitigation of carbon emissions through the conservation and restoration of forests, in a context of growing concern about deforestation and degradation in the Amazon. In addition, detailed information was provided on how to apply for the contest, allowing participants to resolve doubts and identify how to strengthen their proposals.
Chachapoyas, Amazonas
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Benefits of the competition
The Amazon Bioinvestment competition will provide partially reimbursable seed capital financing – with amounts that can reach up to US$150,000, depending on the maturity of the bio-business.
The selected companies will also receive business advice to strengthen their business models, which will enable them to improve management and access to financing to develop their products and services. In addition, the call for proposals Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios, was held in Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios.
Photo: Profonanpe promotes the generation of green jobs and the conservation of Amazon biodiversity.
Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios
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Eligibility and deadline
The call is aimed at companies, cooperatives, associations, rural communities and individuals operating in the Amazon biome. Selection criteria include:
- Have at least one year of formal incorporation.
- Have an active and valid Single Taxpayers Registry (RUC).
- Have annual sales within the parameters established for micro and small companies.
- Not generate high environmental and social risks, and,
- Have the right to use the forest area related to the bio-business and the corresponding permit for the use of forest resources.
The deadline for the application is April 10, 2025 and can be made at the following link: https://profonanpe.org.pe/proyecto-ebbf/
Puno, Puno
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A boost for the Amazon bioeconomy
“With Amazon Bioinvestment we seek to transform the potential of the Amazon into sustainable development opportunities, ensuring that forest protection goes hand in hand with economic growth for local communities,” said Kurt Rothschild, manager of the Eco Bio Business Facility project.
This initiative joins the efforts of the Ministry of the Environment, Profonanpe, the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and its strategic allies to promote the bioeconomy and responsible investment, contributing to the mitigation of climate change and the conservation of a vital ecosystem for the country.
For more information on the application process and requirements, visit Profonanpe’s web page: https://profonanpe.org.pe/concurso_bioinversion_amazonica_2025/
Tarapoto, San Martín
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