Uganda Environmental Conservationists Organization (UECO)

At Co-Treetment we look to extend our commitment to the planet and to have a greater positive impact. We do this by identifying likeminded entities and people, allies. Our search isn’t limited to the United Kingdom, we believe that positive actions are invaluable wherever they occur. In our search we have been very fortunate to identify an organisation led by Mugogo Mark and Kisaamo Emanuel Solomon, based in Uganda who heads up the Uganda Environmental Conservationists Organization (UECO).

The Uganda Environmental Conservationists Organization is a Youth led Organization dedicated to preserve the rich biodiversity, natural resources of Uganda and fight climate change.

GOALS OF THE ORGANISATION

• To reduce deforestation and forest degradation through re-afforestation and sustainable practices.
• To protect endangered species and their habitats to maintain biodiversity.
• To improve access to clean water and sanitation to enhance public health and ecosystem.
• To reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy adoption to combat climate change.
• To enhance Environmental education and empower local communities to become stewards of their natural resources.

OUR MOTTO: Protecting Uganda’s Nature, Preserving Our Future.

OUR VISION: A greener and ecologically balanced Uganda where nature thrives, and people live in harmony with the environment.

OUR MISSION: To safeguard Uganda’s environment for future generations through sustainable conservation practices, community engagement and advocacy.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ORGANISATION

• Preserve and protect Uganda’s natural resources including forests, Wildlife and Water Bodies.
• Promote Sustainable agricultural practices and land management to ensure food security and environment sustainability.
• Raise awareness about the value of environmental conservation and the impacts of climate change.
• Engage in research and data collection to support evidence-based conservation efforts.
• Collaborate with local communities, government and other stakeholders to implement effective Conservation strategies.

We support the UECO primarily via knowledge sharing and advocacy. Using the link provided here https://www.mchanga.africa/fundraiser/94247 it is possible to support their efforts and purchase trees directly with UECO. All trees planted in Uganda will be validated by the UECO and a certificate provided to purchasers directly from UECO.

Since the start of the project, the UECO team have worked with 5,263 young people, planted 2,157 trees and visited 23 schools. This is a remarkable achievement and will continue for a long time to come.