Fire Prevention, Control and Monitoring in the Cerrado

The Cerrado in central Brazil is the largest savannah in South America, originally covering around 25% of the country’s territory. However, the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires have led to the degradation of its carbon reserves and biodiversity. This project addresses these issues by improving fire management, land use practices, and the protection of conservation areas within the Cerrado.

Focusing on the Jalapão ecological corridor, the initiative promotes sustainable and responsible fire use among local populations. It aims to strengthen fire prevention and control measures while supporting the preservation of the Cerrado as a vital carbon sink and biodiversity hotspot.

Key outcomes include:

Effective wildfire prevention and control in Jalapão

• Enhanced management of priority conservation zones through reinforced fire strategies

• Deployment of monitoring tools to detect wildfires and deforestation, providing essential data for climate and biodiversity protection

• Development of integrated fire management strategies and promotion of alternative, fire-free land use systems