Preservando a floresta tropical | Ep. 1 - IDEIAS QUE FLORESCEM NA AMAZÔNIA

Summary

This video takes us to the extractive reserve Arióca Pruanã in Pará, Brazil, where over 800 families rely on sustainable forest management for their livelihood. It highlights the shift from illegal logging to a community-based conservation effort, thanks to initiatives from organizations like STIHL and the Tropical Forest Institute (IFT). The project combines traditional and technical knowledge to protect the Amazon rainforest while generating income for locals. Viewers are invited to follow the series, exploring the lives of those preserving the largest forest in the world for future generations.

Takeaways

• 🌳 The video highlights the importance of preserving the Amazon rainforest, a topic of global concern.
• 🏞️ The Arióca Pruanã extractive reserve in Pará, Brazil, is home to over 800 families whose livelihoods are tied to sustainable practices.
• 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Extractive reserves, or RESEX, aim to balance the traditional ways of life of local populations with ecosystem sustainability.
• 🌱 José Filho’s family has been living off the forest for over three generations, engaging in sustainable extraction and farming.
• 🔨 Illegal logging was once a common practice in the area, but a paradigm shift toward sustainable forestry management has since occurred.
• 🌲 Community forest management practices now focus on harvesting wood sustainably, taking one tree for every six that remain.
• 🤝 The Institute of Tropical Forestry (IFT) and its long-term partnership with STIHL have been key in promoting sustainable, legal forest management.
• 🌍 The introduction of community-based management has not only conserved the forest but also improved the quality of life for residents by offering legal and sustainable income opportunities.
• 🌿 The sustainable forestry approach ensures traceability, adding value to the wood products while protecting the forest for future generations.
• 📺 The video is part of a series showcasing how sustainable forest management can benefit both the environment and the local communities, with more episodes to follow.

Q & A

What is an extractive reserve (RESEX) and its main purpose?

An extractive reserve (RESEX) is a type of conservation unit that aims to maintain the traditional way of life of local populations while promoting the sustainable management of the ecosystem. It allows communities to use natural resources responsibly without depleting them.

Where is the Arióca Pruanã Extractive Reserve located?

The Arióca Pruanã Extractive Reserve is located in the city of Oeiras, in the state of Pará, Brazil.

Who is José Filho, and what role does he play in the community?

José Filho is the president of COMAPE, a community association in the Arióca Pruanã Reserve. His family has lived in the area for over three generations, and his grandfather was the founder of Vila Valéria on the Arióca riverbank.

What challenges did the families in the reserve face before the management plan was implemented?

Before the management plan, many families relied on illegal logging and extractivism for their livelihoods, as there were no sustainable alternatives available. This led to environmental degradation and unsustainable practices.

What changes did the management plan introduce to the community's forest usage?

The management plan introduced sustainable forestry practices where only one tree can be extracted for every six present in the forest, ensuring the long-term health of the ecosystem. This approach contrasts with previous predatory exploitation that left the forest depleted.

How did José Filho's grandfather contribute to the creation of the reserve?

José Filho's grandfather was a key figure in advocating for the establishment of the reserve. He noticed the destructive impact of unregulated logging by outsiders and, drawing on his knowledge and experience as a unionist, campaigned for the creation of a reserve to protect the land and the community.

What role does the Tropical Forest Institute (IFT) play in the community's forestry management?

The IFT supports the community by providing technical knowledge, training, and project development to promote sustainable forestry practices. It has helped professionalize the work in the reserve and ensure that timber extraction is done legally and sustainably.

How has the partnership with STIHL contributed to the reserve's success?

STIHL has been a long-standing partner with the IFT for over 20 years, supporting projects focused on community forestry. This partnership has been crucial in helping the community develop sustainable and legal management practices for forest resources.

What is the significance of community-based forest management for the people living in the reserve?

Community-based forest management allows residents to extract and sell timber legally, at a higher commercial value, and with traceability. It ensures that the land remains protected and provides a sustainable source of income for the local population.

What impact has sustainable forest management had on the lives of people in the Arióca Pruanã Extractive Reserve?

Sustainable forest management has transformed the lives of people in the reserve by providing legal, traceable income sources, preserving the forest for future generations, and offering alternatives to illegal logging. It has improved the quality of life for over 800 families living in the reserve.