Reforestation
is our aim so all of CRACYP’s projects include some tree
planting to make sure our progress is 'green'.Usually
we
“charge” the community a small percentage of the
extra
income generated by the project, then return this to them in the form
of
seeds or
seedlings which they must plant in suitable areas.Advice is always available and we often provide productive
or
useful plants (e.g. bamboo, balsa, or
fruit trees
such as mango) and other native forest species.
Eco-Tourism
Holidays
- adventure ecotourists experience the local way of life on a
budget farmstay holiday, explore forest paths and
waterfalls with a community eco-tourism guide, enjoy the
amazing variety of flowers,
birds, insects and animals, and visit other
CRACYP Green Progress sustainable development projects.
Our new luxury
tours
combine project visits with the best of Ecuador, including a Galapagos
cruise, luxury spa, highland hacienda and cloudforest lodge.
CADO
Organic
Sugarcane Farmers' Cooperative- over 130 farming
families in 7
communities grow sugarcane and produce
aguardiente (‘firewater’ or potable alcohol).The consortium was
established in 2003 and the farms now have organic
certification and state
registration for antiseptic alcohol.Our rectification tower produces alcohol for
various uses, to make perfumes or for use as an antiseptic.
Transfer
of Technology
- Appropriate technology and training in how to use it helps farmers to
improve their standard of living without damaging the environment.
CRACYP´s extensive experience in the transfer of
technology
is recognised in the region.
Community
Development
- CRACYP has run or facilitated over 30 community development projects
in villages in the area, with the help of overseas volunteers in a
process which strengthens the organisational capacity of the community
as well as constructing a community building.
Solar Cycle Route
- a patented eco-friendly transport system of elevated cycle routes
roofed with solar panels, to reduce urban traffic congestion and
encourage cycling
Youth
Development
Consortium -
a long term project, still at the planning stage, which will involve
recycling waste plastics, reforestation, bio-fuels and the opportunity
for young Ecuadorians to earn scholarships.
Community
Banks-
CRACYP provided training and advice to start one local community bank.
Now there are over 100 of them in the area, lending community
members money for investment or emergencies, even when they might not
qualify for a loan from an ordinary bank.
Plantain Farmers' Group
- CRACYP helps over 30 plantain farmers to get the best price for their
crop through training, quality control and working together to
sell on national and international markets.
CRACYP
- Sustainable Rural Development &
Reforestation Projects in Ecuador for 'Green Progress'
Social and
Economic Development Projects which protect the Environment
