SERVICES
Knowledge, technologies and collaboration for sustainable and resilient communities across Latin America, Africa and Asia
WHAT WE OFFER
Integrated solutions for sustainable development
ECOSUR provides practical solutions, trainig, research and advisory services to support organizations and communities in building sustainable and resilient habitats.
SUSTAINABLE
CONSTRUCTION
Promotion and implementation of sustainable and affordable construction solutions using local materials and appropriate technologies.
TRAINING &
EDUCATION
Capacity building for professionals, technicians and communities through hands-on training and knowledge exchange.
RESEARCH &
INNOVATION
Development and testing of sustainable materials, construction systems and technologies adapted to local contexts and needs.
CONSULTING &
ADVISORY
Technical assistance and strategic advice for sustainable habitat projects, programs and local communities across the region worldwide.
DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
Towards More Effective Disaster Risk Management Across Territories
Anticipating risks, Strengthening capacities. Turning knowledge into action
At Grupo Sofonias-EcoSur Network, we work with goverments, public institutions, international organizations, businesses and communities to strengthen disaster risk reduction, preparedness and territorial resilience.
Our DRR Services
01
Risk Assessment and Territorial Diagnostics
Identifying hazards, vulnerabilities capacities and priorities.
02
Risk Governances and decision-making
Strengthening institutional coordination, information sharing and decision-making.
03
Disaster Preparedness and Anticipatory Action
Supporting preparedness plans, early warning arrangements and simulation exercises.
04
Community Resilience and Capacity Development
Building local capacities through participation, training and technical assistances.
05
Organisational and Territorial Resilience
Connecting risk reduction with sustainable development and long-term resilience.
UNDERSTAND
Analyse risks, vulnerabilities, institutional arrangements and existing capacities.
ASSES
Examine how preparedness, information-sharing, coordination and decision-making mechanisms operate in practice.
STRENGTHEN
Identify priorities, reinforce insitutional and community capacities and develop practical improvement strategies.
ACT
Translate recommendations into feasible actions, projects and potential investment opportunities.
SPECIALIST COLLABORATION
Dr. Nuria Gaeta
Disaster Risk Management, Information Systems and Decision-making
Dr. Nuria Gaeta is an independent disaster risk management specialist who collaborates with Grupo Sofonias – EcoSur Network on disaster risk reduction and resilience initiatives. She brings nearly 20 years of international experience working with governments, United Nations agencies and international organizations across Africa, Asia, Latin America and Europe.
Her expertise includes disaster risk analysis, risk information and decision-support systems, multi-hazard preparedness, contingency planning, institutional coordination and the integration of gender, protection and inclusion into risk management.
This collaboration combines her specialised technical expertise with EcoSur Network's international partnerships, territorial knowledge and project development capacities.
Areas of expertise include:
° Risk analysis and risk information systems
° Multi-hazard preparendess
° Contingency planning
° Institutional coordination
° Decision-support systems
° Gender, protection and inclusion in risk management
TECHNOLOGIES & KNOWLEDGE
Practical solutions for real challenges
We promote and adapt innovative, low-cost and environmentally friendly technologies for sustainable construction, using local resources and knowledge.
FERROCEMENT PANELS
MICROCONCRETE TILES
LC3
HOW WE WORK
Collaboration for greater impact
We work in parthrship with local organizations, institutions and communities combining knowledge, technology and practical experience.
Community-based
We work with and for communities, recognizing local knowledge and needs.
Knowledge sharing
We facilitate the exchange of experiences and best practices.
Technology transfer
We adapt and transfer appropriate technologies to local contexts.
Regional collaboration
We connect organizations and professionals across Latin America, Africa and Asia.
Connecting people, knowledge and opportunities for sustainable and resilient habitat.
CONTACT
ECOSUR NETWORK
Glarus, Switzerland
ecosur@ecosur.org
www.ecosur.org