Carbon Sequestering
Carbon Sequestering Project: "Emiti Nibwo Burola" Overview
The “Emiti Nibwo Burola” project, meaning “Tree Sustains Life,” is a carbon sequestering initiative launched by Smart Farmers and Transformation in partnership with Vi Agroforestry and the Plan Vivo Foundation. Piloted in Karagwe district in 2008 and officially registered under Plan Vivo Standards in 2010, the project has made significant strides in promoting sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation.
Key Achievements:
- Participant Engagement: By 2019, the project successfully recruited 993 participants, consisting of 964 farmer households and 29 institutions.
- Tree Planting: A total of 540 hectares of land and 144,020 running meters were planted with trees, contributing to the sequestering of approximately 56,992 tons of CO2.
- Financial Impact: Beneficiaries received $306,852 through carbon credit disbursements, enhancing their livelihoods while supporting environmental goals.
Ongoing Commitment:
As of 2020, 620 participants graduated after completing 10 years of active involvement, leaving 373 participants with ongoing contracts. Despite the cessation of new recruitments by Vi Agroforestry in 2019, the remaining farmers have continued their commitment to planting agroforestry and native species for carbon sequestration and biodiversity conservation.
Current Status:
The project currently has 52,492 tons of CO2 unsold from 139.9 hectares and 184,209 running meters, containing 168,915 agroforestry trees planted by 185 participants. This underscores the lasting impact and potential for continued carbon sequestration and ecological benefit in the region.
In summary, “Emiti Nibwo Burola” not only fosters environmental sustainability but also empowers local communities through economic opportunities, demonstrating a successful model for future carbon sequestering initiatives
