Capabilities

The combined capabilities of our partners drive impactful solutions to global challenges through their expertise in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and community empowerment.

A Global Impact – Loess Plateau Project

One powerful example of nature-based technologies in action is the Loess Plateau in China, where 640,000 sq. kilometers of degraded land were reclaimed, transforming the region’s ecology and livelihoods. For more details, view the World Bank report here.

Here is how the NaturePlus Consortium is addressing these challenges.

Empowering Communities Through Sustainable Development

• Renewable Energy Solutions: Providing clean energy access via solar and wind power, biogas systems, and sustainable housing technologies.
• Water Conservation: Promoting rainwater harvesting, efficient irrigation, and water purification to address water scarcity and ensure sustainability.
• Sustainable Agriculture: Encouraging organic farming, agroforestry, and climate-resilient methods to boost productivity.

Community-Led Empowerment

• Livestock Management: Advancing breeding technologies to improve milk yields and animal health, supporting rural livelihoods.
• Self-Help Initiatives: Strengthening communities through training, inclusion in value chains, and women-led self-help groups.
• Affordable Technologies: Providing low-cost solutions for irrigation, rainwater harvesting, and soil conservation to empower smallholder farmers.

Technology-Driven Agriculture

• Digital Agriculture: Leveraging mobile platforms for market information, weather updates, and agricultural training, particularly empowering youth.
• Climate-Smart Practices: Implementing drip irrigation, minimal tillage, crop rotation, and soil conservation to improve fertility and resilience to climate variability.
• Agricultural Mechanization: Supplying advanced tools and machinery to enhance efficiency and productivity in farming.