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Many of the reforestation projects focus on planting mangrove forests, which is one of the best tree varieties for sequestering carbon from the atmosphere and minimising its contribution to global warming. Trees also create the oxygen we breathe by converting carbon dioxide to oxygen, and filter dangerous pollutants out of the air. They do the same with water, which helps purify our waterways and oceans. And trees play a crucial role as habitats for flora and fauna. Without trees, the world would be breathless and our ecosystems would crumble. We plant trees because it is one of the most impactful acts of conservation we can do.

Eden Reforestation Projects plants only native species trees; these vary from nation to nation. They never plant or introduce any invasive species at any of our project sites. They also plant a percentage of agroforestry species for sustainable community use. This prevents the community from going into newly restored forests and provides greater community benefit and involvement in the project. 

Most of their seeds are collected by local villagers from nearby remnant forests. If required to supplement the collected seeds, seeds are purchased from local, trusted seed banks. They never purchase seedlings; they grow their own in their nurseries to ensure quality and germination rates.

The vast majority of the trees at Eden Reforestation Project sites are owned by the local communities who actively participated in the restoration of their regional forest during their employment period with Eden. The common (but much smaller) exception is when agroforestry trees are planted at small plot farmer sites where the land is owned by the local farmer. In such cases, the small plot farmer owns the trees along with the proceeds from the trees.

The Eden team leaders have developed reliable systems for counting and sorting the number of seedlings produced in the nurseries and/or the number of mangrove propagules collected. After the seedlings and propagules are collected and sorted, they are planted within designated sites.

A percentage of seedling and propagule mortality is inevitable. What they have discovered is mortality becomes irrelevant as natural regeneration begins to occur and begins to multiply impact. At their mangrove sites, natural regeneration typically exceeds 200% of the original number planted. The same is true of the dry deciduous sites in Madagascar, and they already see the same multiplication effect in Nepal. 

Eden make every effort to ensure the forest they plant becomes permanent and sustainable.

Read about their strategy here.

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We go where the need is greatest, find the local organisations doing the most effective work, and give them what they need to help people – whether thats funding, material aid or volunteers.

EMERGENCY NEEDS
From COVID-19 support and critical medical care to providing blankets and water, the way we can support in emergency situations is wide ranging, but essential.

SEARCH + RESCUE - The Mediterranean; Rescuing people from distress at sea and providing emergency medical treatment on board.
LIFE-SAVING SUPPLIES - Lebanon; Responding when disaster strikes to keep people safe and protected from the elements.
COVID-19 SUPPORT - Greece; Providing protective equipment and medical provision to protect the most vulnerable.

DAILY SURVIVAL
For people living in tents and makeshift shelters, often for years, we can help to provide a range of supplies and support, from basic hygiene kits, hot food and firewood to assistance for unaccompanied children.

WOMEN’S SUPPORT - Iraq; Providing safe spaces and essential services for women and young girls, who are often particularly vulnerable.
HYGIENE - Greece; Ensuring displaced people have access to hygiene essentials, like soap and sanitisers to fight coronavirus and other diseases.
LIGHTING + POWER - Italy; Installing electricity and power point so that camp pathways and toilets are safely lit, and phones are charged.

BUILDING FUTURES
Our support is ongoing for people on the long road towards rebuilding their lives. Vital services such as education for children, mental health support and legal aid help provide a new start and brighter future.

LEGAL SUPPORT - US-Mexico border; Providing free, holistic legal services and advice to protect the rights of refugees, deportees, and asylum seekers.
LGBTQ+ SUPPORT - UK; Supporting LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers access legal services, counselling, accomodation and healthcare.
CHILD EDUCATION - Greece; Helping children fulfil their potential with school supplies and the access to education that all young people deserve.

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