Welcome to the Tanguro Project: where science meets action for sustainable land use!

In the heart of Querência, Mato Grosso, Brazil, lies the Tanguro Field Station, our stronghold since May 2004. Here, amidst the dynamic landscape of the Arc of Deforestation, we’ve witnessed firsthand the intricate dance of nature and human impact on our environment.

Over the years, our dedicated team of five field technicians, alongside over 40 researchers, a dozen students, journalists, and policymakers from seven countries, have meticulously tracked the effects of land-use transitions, agricultural intensification, and climatic shifts on water and carbon cycles, local temperatures, agricultural production, and biodiversity.

From the vital role of riparian forests in preserving stream metabolism and biodiversity to the cascading impacts of fires, fragmentation, blow-downs, invasive species, and droughts on forest ecosystems, we’ve unraveled the complex web of interactions shaping our environment.

But we didn’t stop there. We delved deeper into the consequences of fires on ecosystem dynamics and biodiversity, the influence of water bodies on methane emissions, and the footprint of agricultural practices on nitrogen and phosphorus levels in our soil.

Through rigorous scientific inquiry, we’ve not only gained valuable insights into the present and future of our forests but also uncovered pathways to design more sustainable landscapes and ensure the continued prosperity of agricultural production.

Now, we need your support to continue our crucial work. Your contribution will enable us to conduct further research, provide policy recommendations, and advocate for the preservation of our precious ecosystems.

Join us in our mission to safeguard the environment, promote sustainable land management practices, and pave the way for a brighter, greener future. Together, we can make a lasting impact on our planet.

Donate to the Tanguro Project today and be a part of the solution!

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to our cause. Ludmila Rattis – Tanguro Project’s Coordinator