Description: In New Caledonia, the project targeted the implementation of assisted natural regeneration strategies, specifically in the Tuo Cèmuhi Commune. Collaborating with the Pwö-i and Tiwae tribes, the project focused on a pilot approach using “low-tech” methods involving seed bombs to restore degraded natural environments. Local community members underwent comprehensive training encompassing seed collection, production, and implementation throughout the regeneration cycle. The project concentrated efforts within a watershed in the Tuo Cèmuhi Commune, where 50,874 seed bombs from 11 species were dispersed across 41 quadrants, each with an average density of 4.5 seed bombs/m2. Post-treatment observation revealed at least five seedlings per quadrat. A local representative received training in seed bomb production, securing essential equipment for self-reliance. This approach showcased a 79.5% cost efficiency compared to conventional restoration methods, benefiting 17 individuals through extensive training activities. The project’s primary objective remains the restoration of forest cover, thereby improving water resources, soil preservation, erosion control, and enhancing ecosystem biodiversity.
Duration: 19 months
