Strengthening Wildlife Management and Conservation in Acre, Brazil

Strategic Insights -

The government of Acre, through the Secretariat of the Environment (Sema) and the Acre Environmental Institute (Imac), has signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement (ACT) with the Brazilian Institute of the Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (Ibama) to expand actions aimed at the management, inspection, handling, and protection of Acre's wildlife. The agreement establishes the basis for sharing control systems, information, and structures, ensuring greater efficiency in combating wildlife trafficking and conserving endangered species.

Key Takeaways:

  • The agreement aims to strengthen wildlife management and conservation in Acre, focusing on environmental conservation and compliance with current legislation.
  • Sema will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the agreement at the state level, overseeing actions, and promoting and maintaining the necessary infrastructure for wildlife management.
  • Imac will be responsible for standardizing and managing activities related to the registration, management, captive breeding, and monitoring of wildlife in the state.
  • Ibama will continue to operate the Wildlife Triage Center (CETAS) in Acre and provide technical support and training to Imac and Sema.
  • A Permanent Interinstitutional Working Group and a Technical Chamber will be created to monitor actions, propose strategies, and exchange information for training, conflict resolution, and planning joint actions.
  • The agreement emphasizes the importance of collaboration between institutions within the National Environmental System (Sisnama) to effectively achieve environmental objectives.

Statistics:

  • The agreement establishes a partnership between Sema, Imac, and Ibama to manage and conserve wildlife in Acre.
  • Sema will coordinate the implementation of the agreement at the state level, overseeing actions and promoting infrastructure for wildlife management.
  • Imac will manage activities related to the registration, management, captive breeding, and monitoring of wildlife in the state.

Sources:

  • Government of Acre
  • Secretariat of the Environment (Sema)
  • Acre Environmental Institute (Imac)
  • Brazilian Institute of the Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (Ibama)
  • https://agencia.ac.gov.br/governo-e-ibama-firmam-acordo-de-cooperacao-para-fortalecimento-da-gestao-e-fiscalizacao-da-fauna-no-acre/