Kenya’s forest cover is estimated to be about 7.4% of the total land area, which is a far cry from the recommended global minimum of 15%. Over the recent years, Kenya’s forests cover has been depleted at an alarming rate of about 5,000 hectares per annum. This is estimated to lead to an annual reduction in water availability of approximately 62 million cubic metres, translating to an economic loss to the economy of over USD 19 million.
Tree planting is an area of the reforestation & afforestation activities that involve planting tree seedlings. Because of the benefits that our planet and ourselves get from trees, such as trees being oxygen filters, providing shelter and food for humans as well as other animals and their influence on the climate, it is essential that we make sure that we make up for all the trees we lose or use. If performed properly tree planting can ensure the successful restoration of a deforested areas, hence creating ecologically sustainable resource use. GEO is dedicated to working with all relevant stakeholders in the forest sector to ensure that all destroyed forests are brough back to life. GEO also champions the growing of fruit trees to help improve tree cover while enhancing food security.