ZAMBIA

The initiative in Nyalugwe, Zambia is focused on conserving 15,435 hectares of forests at risk of deforestation. In collaboration with local communities and non-profit organizations, the project will create a sustainable income stream through carbon revenues. It will also employ residents as forest guardians to counteract illegal logging activities. Moreover, the project aims to improve the quality of life for women by distributing high-efficiency cookstoves. This will not only reduce the demand for logging to obtain fuelwood but also mitigate indoor air pollution.      

Located in Luvale, Zambia and spanning an area of over 500,000 ha, this sustainable agroforestry project's primary impact will be the mitigation of climate change while contributing to sustainable environmental management, community development and poverty alleviation for the farmers. The additional trees in the landscape will enhance the wildlife habitat value and biodiversity. In addition, the soil water storage capacity will increase, and soil erosion will be reduced. These activities will also significantly contribute to livelihood improvement through the creation of employment and improved food and nutrition security.