Quantum Systems protects endangered wilderness
A partnership that takes off
Quantum Systems not only protects endangered rainforest together with us - for every drone sold, Quantum Systems protects 64m² of unique wilderness in our protected areas. The state-of-the-art, fully automated drones from Quantum Systems are an important tool for our researchers: they enable the exact measurement and complete documentation of the rainforest areas you protect.
Donations
have
m2 of old-growth forest
tonnes of CO2
remain permanently stored in the biomass of the forest
Quantum Systems is a Munich-based technology company that specializes in the development and production of drones. The aircraft from Quantum Systems are characterized by their vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capability. They are designed to combine a long flight duration and great versatility in use with simple operation.
To create next-generation drones, the company integrates advanced software features such as edge computing and AI-supported data processing in real time. This results in sophisticated, intelligent flight systems that are delivered to commercial and government customers worldwide.
Peru from above - thanks to Quantum Systems
The wilderness areas that we protect in the tropical rainforest are located in the Madre de Dios region along the Tambopata River in Peru. They are considered the most biodiverse place on earth (the most biodiverse ecosystem on the planet). Their liana-covered jungle giants such as Brazil nut trees and kapok trees provide a safe habitat for countless animal and plant species, including jaguars, tapirs and colorful macaws.
A view from above of the green lungs of our planet.
Monkeys jump from branch to branch in the treetops of the jungle giants in our protected areas.
A drone is prepared for flight.
The drones share the airspace with the native macaws.
Why protecting the last wilderness areas is so important
We have recorded 162 amphibian and reptile species and 44 bat species in the Secret Forest so far.
The local ecosystems are home to 21 amphibian, 15 reptile and 25 bat species.
Transparency
Why old-growth forest protection with WI?
What particularly impressed Quantum about Wilderness International was the transparent and concrete use of the donations: €1 donation protects 1m2old-growth forest - forever. Donors receive a certificate with the geo-coordinates and an aerial photo of the protected forest area, as well as a tax-deductible donation receipt.
You too can protect a piece of the Quantum Systems forest
Let's continue on this path together and preserve even more unique wilderness in the long term:
Your wilderness protection certificate
You will receive a personalized certificate of the piece of wilderness you protected immediately after your donation.
Protect rainforest in Peru with Quantum Systems
About Wilderness International
The foundation, which is based in Peru, Canada and Germany, purchases legally secure wilderness areas and protects them for the future. The purchases are refinanced through donations, which ensure the long-term protection of the areas and enable environmental education projects and research into CO₂ storage and biodiversity.
Wilderness International purchases primary rainforest areas with land title and legally protects them for all future. Donations refinance the purchases and at the same time finance long-term protection as well as environmental education and research. Donors receive a personalized certificate with the exact geo-coordinates and aerial photograph of the forest area they are protecting. Thus, the use and impact of the donation is tangible and directly traceable. We are currently working in the temperate rainforest of Western Canada and the Amazon rainforest of Peru, where we are protecting ancient primary rainforests.
It is important to protect the rainforest because this is the only way we can stop species extinction and climate change. They are home to the world's greatest biodiversity and store huge amounts of CO2. It is also important to protect rainforests because they are the basis of our existence: they provide us with clean air, clean water and stable rainfall. They also cool the environment.
In Canada, good legal security helps us, as well as the legal situations and sanctions that even prohibit trespassing.
In Peru, we have additionally started a forest guardian program with local people. To ensure long-term protection, we also have several other measures in place. In general, we visit the areas on regular expeditions to check on them. We also work with local partners who inform us of any irregularities if necessary. The donations per square meter also already include the costs for property taxes.
Like no other, the legal form of the foundation allows a (charitable) purpose to be realized permanently and independently of outside interests, thus achieving the desired effects in the long term. It is thus the most long-term organizational construct currently known. Not even states, companies or national parks are designed for such a long term. This makes the foundation the only one that is oriented toward the lifespan of the ecosystems we protect.
CO2 calculator for travel
Whether it's a plane or a road trip: with our special tool for different means of transportation and types of travel, you can calculate the carbon footprint of your trip easily and free of charge.
And afterwards, you can offset the emissions directly by protecting valuable rainforest - so that more sustainable tourism and nature conservation go hand in hand now and in the future.