San
Vincente Department • El Salvador
Started
in January 2022
Active Conservation,
Natural Forest Management, Restoration
Summary
This project will conserve and restore mangrove ecosystems along the Rio Lempa, El Salvador and provide jobs to at-risk populations. Activities include: clearing canals by removing sediment and obstructions to restore the natural tidal flow, conduct an ecological survey to identify new areas requiring interventions, and replant native trees in altered topography where high flood levels impede natural regeneration using the ancient Aztec 'chinampa' technique.