The Grupo ARCO is a NGO in the form of an association of scientists. As a research group we exist already more than 15 years; first in the Netherlands and afterwards in Colombia. It is recognized by COLCIENCIAS (Colombian Institute of Science and Technology). Our purpose is to provide a solid scientific base in the field of the selection and management of conservation areas. We have the enormous advantage of not belonging to a public or private institution which gives us the academic liberty in treating environmental issues.  Our work has generated a coherent approach where the answers in each stage of the conservation planning process form a part of a whole with a solid foundation. Our focus are those countries where there still exists sufficient nature to select conservation areas and given our localization, the service to Latin America is central in our mission.

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