Site visit - Nature conservation, reforestation and mangrove regeneration in Djibouti (Africa)

FIELD TRIP VISIT TO THE DECAN NATURE CONSERVATION PROJECT IN DJIBOUTI - Feb 19th to 21st 2025

DECAN Djibouti is a carbon removal project by KlimateNet member Bertrand Lafrance carried out in the Douda Nature Reserve, an area of approximately 680 hectares on the animal refuge managed by DECAN. The aim is to protect and restore a diverse ecosystem, ranging from acacia forests to mangrove forests.

These forests are natural carbon sinks which also prevent erosion and soil impoverishment. It is an essential element in the fight against the effects of climate change. By safeguarding animal and plant biodiversity, these forests play a key role in the food security of the poorest people who will be most impacted by desertification, which increases every year. Furthermore, sand dunes and beaches adorn a coastline rich in unique fauna (mammals, reptiles, fish, insects, etc.) More than 150 species of birds have already been identified.

The project will: Fight…