Ecologi Charity Profile

• Charity name: Ecologi
• Charity location: Bristol, United Kingdom
• Charity partner since: 2021
• Trees planted: 102,479

Ecologi is an environmental organisation that champions two extremely important factors to tackling the current climate crisis - carbon reduction and tree planting. Through Ecologi, BioPak can fund impactful climate solutions, grow our own forest, and see our impact brought to life.

Founded in 2019 by Elliot Coad, Lucy Jack and Alex Price, Ecologi is an environmental organisation that helps restore our planet by funding impactful climate solutions.

Carbon reduction: Ecologi uses contributions to support a broad range of projects that are reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Each month, they support a range of carbon reduction projects that are certified at the very highest level by Gold Standard or the Verified Carbon Standard.

Tree planting: It’s now common knowledge that one of the best tools to tackle the climate crisis and keep our temperatures from rising above 1.5C is to plant trees. They are also crucial in preventing ecological collapse. Ecologi have a range of amazing tree planting partners who are able to responsibly plant millions of trees a month.

We donate 1% of our profits to community and environmental projects, and we are pleased that Ecologi is one of these charities. So far, BioPak has planted 57,763 trees, and we will continue to regularly donate to increase this figure as much as we can.

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BioPak's collaboration with Ecologi has continued to flourish, reflecting our unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and global reforestation efforts. Since the inception of our partnership, we have funded the planting of over 102,479 trees across various locations worldwide. These efforts are pivotal in mitigating climate change, supporting local biodiversity, and empowering communities. Below is an update on our recent reforestation activities.

As of March 2024, BioPak has contributed to multiple reforestation projects globally, with significant progress made in the following areas

Projects in Mozambique are run by Eden Reforestation Projects (‘Eden’), which hires locals to plant, grow, and care for the trees. Their “employ to plant” methodology positively impacts not only our planet but the people as well!’

In the Irregele Milato region, BioPak has funded 40,000 mangrove trees in the Quelimane District of Zambezia Province. Despite challenges such as Cyclone Freddy, which threatened the area, the planted mangroves have thrived and now protect the local community from future storms. 

Also in Mozambique, the reforestation project in Changalane planting 7,959 trees focused on restoring terrestrial ecosystems and addressing the urgent need for reforestation worldwide, especially in the tropics. The Changalane project also provided local employment for the communities positively impacting their financial capacity and access to water and electricity.

Another wonderful thing about the local project team is their passion for restoring this natural landscape and their transforming attitudes towards trees.

In the Mau Region, we have supported the planting of 28,593 Afromontane trees in the Kass FM with six areas totalling 5,700 hectares. The project not only restores degraded land but also provides stable employment for the local community through the ‘employ-to-plant’ methodology, enhancing their access to education, nutrition, and healthcare.

The success of the tree-planting efforts has been remarkable, with seedlings flourishing under the care of dedicated local workers. The project has not only revitalised the local ecosystem but also provided a stable income for the community, improving their overall quality of life. By the end of the 7-year project, some 14.25 million Afromontane trees will be planted across the Kass FM planting site through the support of Ecologi.

At the Marotaola site, 16,502 mangrove trees have been planted. These are small, coastal trees commonly found in the tropics and subtropics. Mangroves significantly contribute to carbon sequestration absorbing carbon and storing it in their extensive root systems underground. Mangroves are also known to reduce soil erosion and provide excellent flood and storm protection to coastal areas and communities. 

The employment generated by this project has had a significant socio-economic impact, with many families benefiting from reliable work (an average of 47 employees were able to work 21 days per month) and the ability to invest in their futures.

In the Gewocha Forest, Ecologiare helping to restore 10,000 hectares of degraded land by planting over 11.9 million trees, including high-value fruit trees like mango, avocado, and coffee. We have participated in planting and protecting 8,275 trees in the area. 

This project is instrumental in promoting sustainable land use and practices as well as improving the health and well-being of local communities, with a particular focus on empowering women. One of its goals is improving maternal and child health by increasing access to water. New water point will be constructed while defunct water points will be maintained. Not only will the Gewocha project benefit trees but also the 7,894 farmers and their families in 14 communities, or some 40,000 people! 

Beyond these major projects, BioPak has also backed other critical reforestation initiatives, including:

• Uganda Forest Garden: In collaboration with Trees For the Future, BioPak has helped transform the lives of farmers like Regina Mutonyi, who has increased her tree count from 4 to 813 on her land, contributing to food security and environmental sustainability.
• Nicaragua (Bosawas Project): Nearing full capacity, this site now boasts 249,997 native trees, funded by the Ecologi community, which are integral to conserving local genotypes and supporting biodiversity.

We donate 1% of our profits to tree planting, and we are pleased that Ecologi is one of these charities. So far, BioPak has planted 102,479 trees, and we will continue to regularly donate to increase this figure as much as we can.

BioPak's partnership with Ecologi is closely aligned with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Climate Action (SDG 13), Life on Land (SDG 15), and Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3). Through our reforestation projects, we are actively contributing to climate mitigation by sequestering carbon and restoring degraded ecosystems.

These efforts not only enhance biodiversity but also support sustainable land use, improve local livelihoods, and promote community well-being. By empowering communities, particularly women, and improving access to essential resources like clean water and nutritious food, our partnership fosters resilience and sustainable development.

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