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Clearing Invasive Species - Cape Town Water Fund

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Area: 5888268 km2
Countries:
Brazil; Peru; Suriname; France; Colombia; Guyana; Bolivia; Venezuela; Ecuador
Cities:
Santa Cruz; Manaus; La Paz
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Countries: South Africa
Basins: Indian Ocean (160) (Berg, Breede, Olifants, Sondag, South Africa South and West Coasts)
Project SDGs:
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Water Quality (SDG 6.3)
Integrated Water Resource Management (SDG 6.5)
Protect and Restore Ecosystems (SDG 6.6)
Climate Resilience and Adaptation (SDG 13.1)
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Nature-Based Solutions
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Replenishment
Progress to Date: 64 Hectares restored
Services Needed: No services needed/offered
Desired Partner: Other
Language: English
Start & End Dates: Jan. 01, 2019  »  Ongoing
Project Website: www.coca-colaafrica.com/stories/water-fund-replenishes-cape-...
Project Source: CEO Water Mandate
Profile Completion: 72%

Project Overview

The Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF), Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages (PenBev), and TNC partnered together for a pilot project for the Greater Cape Town Water Fund to clear 64 hectares of invasive plants in the aquifer's primary recharge zone, simultaneously empowering 12 females through skills transfer and employment.

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In 2016, the City of Cape Town, South Africa invited TNC to explore establishing a Water Fund to help address long-term water security concerns while tackling near-term social and ecological priorities. Potential benefits include: Ecological: Water supply and recharge areas … Learn More

The Coca-ColaCompany is the world's largest beverage company. The purpose of company is to refresh the world and make a difference. Our vision is to craft the brands and choice of drinks that people love, to refresh them in body … Learn More

The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. We acheive this through the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, including more than 550 scientists, located in all 50 U.S. states … Learn More

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