Description

Adaptation Response

• Reduces the occurrence or severity of floods and landslides in adjacent areas as well as downstream
• Glacier lake outburt prevention

Description

Description

The ancient Andean technique of terracing consists of making cuts in steep slopes to form contour ridges and establish cultivation surfaces that are supported by stone walls. Because the terraces are positioned perpendicular to the flow of water they reduce erosion, retain soil and moisture and thus generate a microclimate conducive to crop growth.