WWF-Kenya, Forestry Department Partner to Boost 15 Billion Trees Initiative
WWF-Kenya and the State Department for Forestry have signed a five-year partnership aimed at accelerating the 15 Billion Trees Initiative. This collaboration will combine government coordination with WWF-Kenya’s expertise and community conservation experience to restore degraded landscapes nationwide. The partnership focuses on increasing tree cover and promoting environmental sustainability throughout Kenya.
Key points
- Five-year strategic partnership between WWF-Kenya and Forestry Department
- Aim to accelerate Kenya’s 15 Billion Trees Initiative
- Focus on restoring degraded landscapes across the country
- Leverages WWF-Kenya’s technical and community conservation skills
- Combines government coordination with non-governmental expertise
Why it matters
The partnership is crucial for enhancing Kenya’s environmental conservation efforts by restoring degraded ecosystems and increasing tree cover. It supports national targets on climate resilience, biodiversity, and sustainable land use, benefiting communities and contributing to global climate goals.
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