Reforestation
A primary aim of PATT Foundation is to address the issue of deforestation and habitat degradation. To do so we have implemented a number of reforestation projects throughout Asia and also further afield. The term reforestation can include several kinds of forest re-establishment such as plantations, agro forestry community forestry and forest restoration. The majority of PATT’s reforestation work is centered around forest restoration with the clear aim of re-establishing the original forest ecosystem that was present before the deforestation occurred. This provides the greatest benefit to the environment in terms of increasing the diversity of flora and fauna of the degraded site.
In addition to projects centered around pure forest restoration, PATT also implements community forest projects, these projects are particularly suited to developing countries where there remains a need for communities to utilise the forest in some way. Community forests still provide a significant benefit to local biodiversity whilst allowing the traditional use of forest resources by local people. PATT ensures such forest use is undertaken in a sustainable manner and incorporates training and workshops for correct forest management into any project plan.
