This "Ridge to Reef" REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation program developed by the UNFCC) project protects 500,000 hectares of coastal watershed in Colombia.

Located along Colombia's Pacific coast, the Paramos Y Bosques region includes 8 project sites and three mangrove forest-protected areas along the Gulf of Morrosquillo. This project will conserve 500,000 hectares of tropical forest, which is home to 10% of the entire planet’s animal and plant species. As this area is one of Colombia’s poorest and historically marginalized regions, this project will also improve the well-being of over 40,000 people and work with local indigenous communities in organizing the work and policies being implemented.

Additionally, this project expects to maintain sustainable community management practices of mangrove forests, increasing employment opportunities for the local communities. In terms of biodiversity, the project aims to protect the habitat for vulnerable flora and fauna species present in the territory.