Unlocking conservation funding for Chyulu HillsChyulu Hills in South Eastern Kenya is one of the critical landscapes and water towers in the country. Unlocking innovative and sustainable conservation funding streams is key to enhancing its protection from heightening threats of destructive human activities. The Kenya Water Towers Agency (KWTA) estimates Chyulu’s economic value to the country to be at least Sh40.92 billion ($409 million) annually. That is why unlocking innovative and sustainable conservation funding is critical. A recent initiative by a consortium of government agencies, NGOs and community groups to generate conservation funds for the Chyulu landscape by tapping into the global voluntary carbon markets has demonstrated considerable potential.

Source: Standard Digital January 13, 2020 03:11 UTC