EL4DEV The Age of Collaboration.pdf

A15 - Reinventing Forest Protection

The Think and Do Tank LE PAPILLON SOURCE EL4DEV
proposes an innovative and holistic approach to forest
protection. Here’s why and how it reinvents this crucial area:
1. Concept of Vegetal Calderas:
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Vertical Ecological Infrastructures: Vegetal
Calderas are vertical plant complexes that serve as
climatic and humidity generators. They act as
sanctuaries for biodiversity, providing safe habitats
for birds and bees, and promote the revegetation of
degraded areas.
Creation of Local Microclimates: These
structures create local microclimates by increasing
humidity and regulating temperature, which
promotes forest growth and enhances ecosystem
resilience against climate change.

2. Integrated and Multidisciplinary Approach:
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Multidisciplinary
Engineering:
EL4DEV
combines disciplines such as agriculture, geoengineering, architecture, and ecology to develop
innovative solutions for forest protection and
management.
Participatory Terraforming: The program
includes participatory terraforming initiatives where
local communities are involved in transforming their
environments into thriving green spaces, thereby
strengthening forest protection.
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