We are planting trees together with our partners Eden Reforestation Projects and WeForest in Kenya, Mozambique and Zambia. Our tree planting partners plants native species trees only. They never plant or introduce any invasive species at any of their project sites. Our projects in these countries include various species.
In Kenya and Mozambique, the main focus is on mangrove trees for now. Research indicates that mangroves sequester carbon at a rate two to four times greater than mature tropical forests. Mangroves also contain the highest carbon density of all terrestrial ecosystems. Furthermore, it is known that mangroves play an important role in coastal ecosystems, and are renowned for an array of ecosystem services, including fisheries and fibre production, sediment regulation, and storm/tsunami protection.
In Zambia, the main restoration approach here is Assisted Natural Regeneration. This involves protecting and nurturing wild tree seedlings. This process is carried out all year round and serves to promote the natural succession of the forest.