Environmental Defenders works to protect environmental resources and human rights in the Lake Albert region of Uganda, which is threatened by oil and gas exploration, illegal logging, and large-scale agribusiness. Our partnership with Environmental Defenders will revive native savanna and grassland ecosystems on two sites, which, once restored, will absorb an estimated 30,033 metric tonnes of CO2 over 25 years. In order to scale this effort, we’ve provided financing, a modular seed bank, and operational support in building a nursery.
The team focuses on creating sustainable livelihoods for communities and preserving Indigenous knowledge of local medicinal plants. They also provide farmers with seedlings for fruit trees, including avocado, grapefruit, and guava.
Two restoration sites will absorb an estimated 30,033 metric tonnes of CO2 over 25 years.
Financing
Seed bank
Nursery
Tamarind (Tamarindus indicus)
Shea nut tree (Vitellaria paradoxa)
Natal elm (Celtis mildbraedii)
Indigenous knowledge of local plants is key to long-term restoration success.
Shea nut trees are one of many species needed to restore biodiversity.
Uganda's ecosystems face threats from oil and gas exploration, illegal logging, and large-scale agribusiness.
Terraformation partners with Environmental Defenders to restore 450 acres of native savannah and dry grassland in Uganda's Lake Albert region.
Ready to plant a forest or help one grow? Whether you’re looking to design a native forest or want to make an impact through sponsoring a project, our team can help.