October 10, 2023
Rockefeller Foundation in partnership to drive climate-resilient agriculture solutions in Southeast Asia
The Rockefeller Foundation will support the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) to catalyse regenerative agriculture practices in ASEAN member states Cambodia, Laos and Thailand.
The collaboration seeks to address critical challenges in the agriculture sector – including climate change impacts, greenhouse gas emissions and sustainable food production – by emphasising nature-positive solutions characterised by regenerative, non-depleting and non-destructive production systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance agricultural sustainability.
The collaboration aims to support farmers, policymakers, researchers and communities by driving climate-resilient agriculture and sustainable practices in Southeast Asia
"We are excited to work with The Rockefeller Foundation on this critical initiative," said Professor Kazuo Yamamoto, interim president of AIT. "AIT's research capabilities, combined with The Rockefeller Foundation's expertise and support, will help drive positive change in agriculture and benefit farmers, policymakers and communities across Southeast Asia."
The AIT and The Rockefeller Foundation forged their partnership through a memorandum of understanding signed to establish a framework for collaboration between the two organisations.
"This collaboration with the AIT aligns with our commitment to promoting regenerative agriculture and addressing the urgent challenges posed by climate change," stated Deepali Khanna, vice president of Asia Regional Office at The Rockefeller Foundation. "By generating empirical evidence and policy recommendations, we aim to catalyse the adoption of sustainable farming practices in Southeast Asia and improve the resilience of food systems."
The grant aligns with The Rockefeller Foundation's recently announced US$1 billion, five-year climate strategy, which aims to promote human opportunity while propelling climate solutions.
- The Rockefeller Foundation
