Who are we
PROMETA
Environment Protection Tarija – PROMETA is a non-profit organization that works in the conservation of biodiversity and the advocacy of sustainable development to contribute to environmental conservation and improving the quality of life of Bolivians. Its purpose is to preserve nature and promote the sustainable use of the natural resources.
PROMETA works with institutions, authorities and communities that constribute to the institutional mission and vision. The implemented programs and projects are executed under the principle of equal participation, rescuing traditional knowledge, and fair distribution of benefits.
UNITED BY A VISION
The work carried out by PROMETA is based on a vision of a poverty free society that lives in harmony with nature. It is a resounding vision around the world today, which calls us to abandon individualistic tendencies in defense of the environment. This vision unites us to recognize how the diversity and natural beauty of our planet enriches our lives and elevates the human spirit. It is a vision that teaches us how the products and services of biodiversity’s make human life possible on earth. This vision unites us by showing us how, in such little time human activity has produced levels of environmental destruction and degradation that threaten the very future of living creatures. Finally, it is a vision that challenges and forces us to find creative ways to bring together economic development and environmental care. PROMETA is part of a worldwide effort that searches to spread this vision, to awaken human conscience about our common destiny to share the planet and the atmosphere.
OUR MISSION “To contribute to the conservation of biological diversity for the improvement in the quality of life of Bolivians.”
OUR STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
To contribute with the conservation of the ecosystems represented in the region.
To promote, strengthen and support the people´s participation in environmental management.
To contribute with the fight against poverty in the communities involved in our projects and programs.
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MORPHO HELENOR PROMETA
Butterfly Morpho helenor prometa
The Morpho helenor prometa butterfly was discovered and described the year 2011 by PROMETA’s researchers Yubinca Gareca and Patrick Blandin, in Tarija’s sub-Andean region. It has greenish and purple details in an almost black backdrop and its size oscillates between 10 to 13 cm. The researchers decided to name it “PROMETA” not just as an appreciation of PROMETA’s support, but also as a recognition for the institution’s contribution to the biological diversity of Bolivia.
The National Honorable Senate of Bolivia recognizes PROMETA’s work
On January 28 of the current year, the National Honorable Senate of Bolivia recognized PROMETA’s work on environmental conservation and sustainable development. This recognition commits us to continue our work in the development of alliances between society and environment.