David Santiago Rocha Cárdenas

When water security in Colombia is discussed, attention often focuses on rivers, reservoirs, or glaciers. However, one of the most important systems regulating water in the country lies in the high mountains, within the páramo ecosystems, and more specifically in a lesser-known but critical component: peatlands . These high-elevation wetlands not only store large amounts of carbon but also play a fundamental role in regulating the water that supplies millions of people, supports irrigation...

Learn why peatlands are critical for climate mitigation in Colombia, how they store carbon, and why protecting them prevents large-scale emissions.

Discover what peatlands are, where they are found in Colombia, and why they are essential for carbon storage, water regulation, and climate mitigation.