Amazon Windshields

As shown in the photo, these new seedlings are about to be planted as a direct continuation of the restored forest standing tall in the background—a project we began two decades ago. Step by step, this forest is actively gaining ground against deforestation in the area and reclaiming

As you can see in the image, our field team—along with a couple of very attentive canine supervisors—is taking a brief rest under the shade of trees planted many years ago. Don't let the relaxed poses fool you, though; they are actually just gathering their energy to plan the thickening

Our team practicing the high-level art of "intense staring" at the future site of a critical windbreaker. Turns out, it takes an extraordinary amount of serious contemplation, time and planning in the field to ensure the trees don't get performance anxiety later! Planning for tomorrow,

The fresh recruits are here!
Dropping off our sapling army in their new home. They may look sweet and delicate now, but the nursery life (with its perfect shade and easy watering) is officially over.
Next stop: Tree Hardening Boot Camp. Think 'drop-and-give-me-twenty (new roots)'

Looking at the massive sorghum plantation, its obvious that currently has the wind protection of a paper umbrella in a hurricane.
To optimize the microclimate and drastically reduce crop evapotranspiration, we are deploying a comprehensive shelterbelt matrix by year-end. We will

Classroom Escapees Trade AC for Agroforestry.
In a daring escape from fluorescent lights, university students descended on our planting sites. Trading laptops for boots, they came to study our agroforestry windbreakers—proving real science happens in the dirt.
It’s a win-win: students

Sustainability Alliance with the Bolivian Catholic University.

Signed Agreement On May 8, 2026, the Bolivian Catholic University "San Pablo" Sede Santa Cruz and us, signed a cooperation framework agreement. The partnership launches a scientific research program to evaluate how

Youth & Sustainability at Central University.

On April 23, 2026, one of our project members delivered a lecture on sustainability and sustainable tourism at Universidad Central in Santa Cruz, Bolivia.

The event sparked deep interest among third-year students regarding carbon markets

Rule #1 of agroforestry in Santa Cruz: You must be at least 1.60 meters tall to survive the grass. 🏃‍♂️🌳

We are skipping the "vulnerable little sprout" phase for these native trees planted inside a Bolivian sugarcane field. Dropping them in at a commanding 1.60 meters is a highly

We just finished onboarding our newest team members in San Julián. These Tabebuia impetiginosa saplings have a big job description: serve as a living windshield and lead the charge in recovering local biodiversity.

No pressure, guys, but the whole ecosystem is counting on you. We’ve

We are preparing the land for a new windbreak installation!
As shown in the photo, we prioritize leaving a thick layer of organic mulch (vegetative cover). This isn't just about clearing a path; it’s a deliberate strategy to:
• Conserve Soil Moisture: Protecting the ground from evaporation.
• Climate

Sustainability Talk: Sustainable Business vs. Carbon in Santa Cruz

On Monday, January 21, in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, Ketrawe Foundation delivered an impactful keynote to the city's youth regarding Sustainable Business vs. Carbon.

The session addressed the current reality of carbon

Progress in Okinawa, Santa Cruz: Expanding Our Biodiversity Corridors

We continue to advance our planting projects in Okinawa, Santa Cruz. We are currently focused on expanding our biodiversity corridors, which serve as essential windbreaks. These green barriers are key to protecting

Sustainable Farming Takes Root in San Ramón, Bolivia

SAN RAMÓN, BOLIVIA – A new chapter for sustainable agriculture has begun in the Chiquitania region. A pioneering project is launching its next phase, implementing silvopastoral systems—an innovative practice that integrates forestry