Funding Biodiversity Protection

Why Does ATCF Fund Biodiversity Protection?

The ATCF funds biodiversity protection to ensure the long-term sustainability of tourism destinations, contribute to local economies, preserve indigenous cultures and traditions, enhance climate resilience, and provide authentic and sustainable travel experiences.

Economic Benefits:

Many tourism destinations rely on their natural landscapes and diverse ecosystems to attract visitors. By supporting biodiversity protection, tourism operators can ensure the long-term sustainability of their attractions, contributing to the local economy.

Climate Resilience:

Healthy ecosystems play a critical role in mitigating climate change impacts, such as extreme weather events and rising sea levels. By protecting biodiversity, tourism destinations can enhance their resilience to climate-related challenges, safeguarding both natural assets and tourism infrastructure.

Cultural Preservation:

Biodiversity often goes hand in hand with indigenous cultures and traditional knowledge. By preserving biodiversity, tourism can help protect indigenous communities and their way of life, contributing to cultural diversity and heritage preservation.

Quality of Experience:

Tourists are increasingly seeking authentic and sustainable travel experiences. Preserving biodiversity ensures that visitors can continue to enjoy pristine natural landscapes, diverse wildlife, and unique ecosystems, enhancing the quality of their travel experiences.

Primary Outcomes:

  • WHY BE FUND:

    Biodiversity projects support vital ecosystem services such as clean air and water, pollination, soil fertility, and climate regulation – crucial for the functioning and stability of ecosystems.

    KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

    • Species Diversity & Population Dynamics

    • Habitat Quality, Integrity & Connectivity

    • Ecosystem Services & Functioning

    • Threat Abatement and Risk Reduction

    • Community Engagement and Participation

  • WHY WE FUND:

    Protecting biodiversity helps safeguard the survival of species and ensures genetic diversity within populations. Preserving genetic diversity is crucial for maintaining healthy populations and ecosystems.

    KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

    • Population Size & Demographics

    • Population Distribution

    • Population Connectivity

    • Habitat Suitability and Quality

    • Threat Mitigation and Management

  • WHY WE FUND:

    Biodiversity protection provides numerous economic benefits, particularly via tourism, not just supporting communities, but safeguarding cultural value.

    KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

    • Natural Resource Management

    • Productivity and Yield

    • Local Livelihoods and Income

    • Employment Opportunities

    • Value-Added Products and Services

  • WHY WE FUND:

    Biodiverse ecosystems play a critical role in mitigating climate change. Protecting forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats helps maintain carbon sinks and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

    KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

    • Carbon Sequestration

    • Habitat Restoration and Protection

    • Natural Disaster Risk Reduction

    • Ecosystem-based Adaptation

    • Water Resource Management

  • WHY WE FUND:

    Protecting biodiversity is an ethical and moral imperative. Preserving biodiversity reflects our responsibility as stewards of the planet.

    KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

    • Habitat & Species Protection and Restoration

    • Community Engagement and Participation

    • Environmental Education and Awareness

    • Ethical Wildlife Management

    • Cultural Heritage Protection