Ecodrive - Plant a Tree

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Your support means the world to us! Plant a Tree with each Purchase. Your contributions enable us to rejuvenate mangrove habitats in Kenya, ensuring full transparency in the planti ng process through collaboration with our partners. Rejuvenating Mangrove Habitats Mangroves, typically found in saline coastal areas and tidal zones, are vital for maintaining shoreline stability and safeguarding communities during severe weather events. Our dedicated team plants each mangrove individually, utilizing devices to record essential verification data such as timestamps, geographic coordinates, and visual media. Empowering Coastal Communities By focusing on secure areas in Mbuguni, Kenya, our initiative uplifts economically disadvantaged coastal populations, fosters poverty alleviation, and revitalizes the ecologically diverse mangrove ecosystem. The project also generates new income sources for locals by offering fishing opportunities and sustainable mangrove forest yields. Who: Earth Lungs Where: Mbuguni, Kenya The Importance of Mangrove Forests Mangroves' Role in Ecosystems: Intertidal habitats vital for biodiversity and ecosystem health. Provide nursery grounds for marine species like prawns, crabs, and snapper. Challenges in Kenya: South-east Kenya’s mangrove forests depleted due to over-harvesting for charcoal, construction materials, and income. Ecosystem degradation led to declining fish populations and reduced income for fishing communities. Example: A fisherman who used to catch 10kg of fish daily now struggles to catch 1kg. Global Mangrove Loss: Mangrove cover declined nearly 6% globally from 2000 to 2014. Loss impacts biodiversity, CO2 sequestration, and local livelihoods. Restoration Efforts: Community-led reforestation supported by EarthLungs Reforestation and veritree. Goal: Restore estuaries in 5–6 years to revive fishing grounds and support community income. CO2 sequestration estimate: 0.31 tonnes per tree over its lifetime. Verification Process: Planting verification timelines: 6–8 months for planting, plus 3–4 months for verification. Partners ensure accuracy and avoid rushing the verification process. Show more