Ayllu Resilience Mechanism to Address the Effects of Climate Change Through a Dialogue of Knowledge Between Local Wisdom and Innovative Technologies in Micaya, Bolivia

The document details a transdisciplinary project in Micaya, Bolivia, designed to combat the effects of climate change—specifically frosts, droughts, and soil degradation—through a 'dialogue of knowledge' between local wisdom and innovative technologies. The project implemented agroecological practices, such as community greenhouses and the use of zeolites, to increase food production and reduce pesticide reliance. Health assessments revealed severe nutritional deficiencies and genotoxic damage linked to pesticide exposure, while the adoption of agroecological methods increased vegetable production by approximately 30%. The brief argues that climate resilience is most effective when built through local engagement and intercultural dialogue, providing a replicable model for other high-Andean communities.

• Climate change in Micaya has led to intensified frosts, droughts, and soil degradation, which have negatively impacted agricultural production, food security, and public health.
• Health assessments of the population showed significant nutritional deficiencies and evidence of genetic damage, with over 80% lacking vitamin B12 and approximately 40% lacking folate. About one-third of participants exhibited genotoxic damage, which was more prevalent among those exposed to pesticides.
• The implementation of agroecological practices and the use of zeolites and organic fertilizers increased vegetable production by roughly 30%, contributing to a more diversified diet.
• The project demonstrated that combining science with local knowledge creates culturally relevant and effective solutions, strengthening community acceptance and providing a model that can be replicated in other high-Andean communities.

APA

Bustillos, N. T. (n.d.). Ayllu Resilience Mechanism to Address the Effects of Climate Change Through a Dialogue of Knowledge Between Local Wisdom and Innovative Technologies in Micaya, Bolivia. Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research. http://iai.int/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CEH_Brief_SG-6_en.pdf

Chicago

Bustillos, Noemí Tirado. Ayllu Resilience Mechanism to Address the Effects of Climate Change Through a Dialogue of Knowledge Between Local Wisdom and Innovative Technologies in Micaya, Bolivia. Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, n.d. http://iai.int/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CEH_Brief_SG-6_en.pdf.

Wikipedia

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BibTeX

@techreport{bustillosndayllu, author = {Bustillos, Noemí Tirado}, title = {{Ayllu Resilience Mechanism to Address the Effects of Climate Change Through a Dialogue of Knowledge Between Local Wisdom and Innovative Technologies in Micaya, Bolivia}}, institution = {Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research}, url = {http://iai.int/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CEH_Brief_SG-6_en.pdf}, urldate = {2026-08-17}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }