Preservation of Mt. Elgon Ecosystem

Preservation of Mt. Elgon Ecosystem, Uganda

Our project works with over 54k local farmers in the Mount Elgon region to grow trees and build sustainable livelihoods. Uganda has lost at least 12% of its tree cover since 2001, threatening both the environment and local communities. By focusing on forest restoration and reducing the need for logging and unsustainable agriculture, we work to reverse this trend and protect the land for future generations.

278,349 Trees funded of 480,000
90,215.22 T CO2 compensated
9,000 Followers
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February 2025

Strengthening Community-led Action through Cluster Level Associations (CLA)

We believe that sustainable tree growing thrives on strong community structures. That's why with support from WCVA | CGGC and Size of Wales I Maint Cymru , we are introducing the Cluster Level Association

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13 Feb 2025
Pepijn Verpalen TN
Pepijn Verpalen TN · 8 days ago

Wow that's a great way to strengthen and for the growth of the community...

At the Kinyofu Nursery site inside Mount Elgon National Park in Masira subcounty, Bulambuli District, efforts are in full swing to prepare seedbeds for the propagation of endemic tree species such as Podocarpus and Olea welwitschii.

With support from Tree-Nation, 230,000 native

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03 Feb 2025
January 2025

Kocheka Tree Nursery site – Growing Trees, Restoring Landscapes 🌱

With funding from Tree-Nation, Kocheka Tree Nursery in Bukedea District is a 250,000-capacity nursery dedicated to raising trees that support environmental conservation and community livelihoods.

What We Grow:

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30 Jan 2025
Oriana Medina TN
Oriana Medina TN · 23 days ago

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💧 Bringing Clean Water to Communities! 💧

With support from Tree-Nation, we expanded access to clean water in Kocheka Subcounty, Bukedea District. Our solar-powered underground water system not only sustains our tree nursery but also provides a reliable water source for the surrounding

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29 Jan 2025

Thanks to support from Tree Nation, we have made a significant impact by extending access to clean water in water-stressed areas like Kocheka Subcounty in Bukedea District. Through solar-powered underground water systems, we’ve not only addressed the need for sustainable water access

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24 Jan 2025

Efforts are underway to prepare seed beds at the Kinyofu nursery, a crucial step in producing endemic tree species such as Podocarpus and Olea welwitschii with support from Tree Nation. These native species will be planted in the Mount Elgon National Park, which has suffered significant

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23 Jan 2025

In a collaborative effort to support reforestation efforts, over 100 community members from Kinyofu Parish in Masira Subcounty, Bulambuli District, have received training on potting techniques. These community members are now actively engaged in daily potting activities at the nursery,

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23 Jan 2025
October 2024

We successfully distributed 7,000 seedlings to the vibrant community of Kocheka Subcounty in Bukedea District!
🌳 6,700 Grevillea
🥑 300 Avocado
These trees will not only contribute to enhancing food security and improving livelihoods but also play a vital role in restoring

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24 Oct 2024
Elloa
Elloa · 4 months ago

Good job guys!

Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise Honored on National Tree Planting Day! 🌳
We were recognized by the Ministry of Water and Environment for our crucial role in Uganda’s reforestation efforts during the National Tree Planting Day event held at Sir Samuel Baker School, Gulu.

Mr.

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04 Oct 2024
Elloa
Elloa · 5 months ago

Well done everyone!

September 2024

Through tree growing, we believe that sustainable reforestation starts with the people. Here’s a glimpse into the progress made by one of our community champions, working diligently to restore forests and build resilience against climate change in the Mount Elgon region.
We’re not

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17 Sep 2024

We distributed beehives to farmer groups in Butta , Manafwa District, under the gender project “Advancing Gender Equality for Climate Change Resilience and Adaptation” in the Manafwa District. We aim to empower women and marginalized groups to take an active role in climate change

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12 Sep 2024

Women’s Leadership in Tree Growing

Of the 24 nurseries we established , 13 are led and managed by women. Women have been pivotal to METGE’s success in tree growing efforts .Their active involvement ensures that projects remain sustainable and equitable, allowing for better access

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06 Sep 2024

Construction of Tree Nation project Nursery in Kocheka, Bukedea District Underway

Exciting progress is being made in Kocheka Subcounty, Bukedea District, as the construction of a new Tree Nation project nursery is underway. Once completed, the nursery will have the capacity to produce

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06 Sep 2024
July 2024

270 members participated in a four-day transformative training program on gender issues in Butta, Manafwa District. These members were from 9 VSLA community groups.
This important activity aims to build the capacity of groups to understand the role of gender in climate justice

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17 Jul 2024

We are actively engaged in the distribution of tree seedlings, a crucial step in our comprehensive reforestation and environmental conservation efforts. The pictures capture the mass distribution of free seedlings across secondary and primary schools, as well as communities within

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17 Jul 2024
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