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DRC Reforestation Project

Become a part of the DRC Reforestation Project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Experience the transformative power of this project as it will take root near Kikwit, DRC, fostering a thriving environment for biodiversity, enhancing livelihoods, and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Project category

Carbon project

Project type

ARR

Project stage

Feasibility study

Country

DRC

Lifetime

To be confirmed

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7.1M

trees to be
planted

5.7M

tonnes of CO₂
to be captured

22,357

hectares
to be restored

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Project impact

This project is set for positive transformation, benefiting both the environment and local communities. It will positively affect local communities by creating employment opportunities in tree nurturing and upkeep, enhancing livelihoods. It acts as a catalyst for sustainable agriculture, ensuring food security and promoting environmentally sound methods. It also addresses critical needs in education in an underserved area of the DRC. By planting native trees, the project uplifts communities, fortifies the local ecosystem, and shapes a positive trajectory for the environment in the region.

Community benefits

The project will offer profound environmental and social advantages. On a societal level, the project's impact will be transformative for the communities within and adjacent to the project site. It will generate employment opportunities in tree planting, maintenance, and related activities, thereby elevating the livelihoods of residents. The project also seeks to enhance sustainable agricultural practices, offering an invaluable boon to the community. This additional investment will not only bolster food security but also promote environmentally sound agricultural methods. Simultaneously, it will channel resources towards providing key services such as education and healthcare, addressing crucial needs in an underserved rural area of the DRC.

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Environmental benefits

This initiative, focused on planting native trees, aims to reestablish vital forest cover, fostering biodiversity in a region of global ecological significance. It is set to significantly contribute to carbon sequestration, whilst revitalising native vegetation will fortify the resilience of the local ecosystem, affording it protection against further degradation. The project holds immense potential benefits, delivering a combination of environmental restoration, economic empowerment, and social upliftment.

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Acacia mangium

Terminalia superba

Khaya senegalensis

The Democratic Republic of the Congo

About the region

Kikwit is located in Kwilu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo. This region is known for its persistent waterborne diseases and anthropised farming environment. Sadly, the forests in Kwilu are under threat from small-scale logging, requiring restoration and reforestation efforts. Kwilu Province faces common environmental challenges, but it has become a focus for forest conservation projects in alignment with broader efforts in the country. The province has a humid tropical climate with distinct rainy seasons.