Ask the Researchers: How does sustainable land use foster peace in Colombia?

In this series of short videos, researchers explain the core concepts of their work in rural Colombia, which links climate resilience, forest conservation, and peace-building. By: Valentina Yomayuza, Martha Vanegas.

In Colombia, there is a vicious cycle between climate change and conflict. By looking at more sustainable forms of land use, Alliance researchers are able to promote both climate security and peace, as part of the “Implementation of sustainable land use systems for forest conservation, climate protection and peace-building in Colombia” (SLUS) Project. Learn more with these short videos:

How are deforestation and conflict linked?