Stepping onto the Wangari Maathai Institute campus is like entering a green oasis. Towering indigenous trees and manicured lawns spread across the lush 50-acre grounds, the “green campus” envisioned for Prof. Maathai’s institute. Architects describe this forested site as a “green lung” for Nairobi – a steeply sloping woodland that [...]
The Roots of Resilience: Exploring Native Trees of Africa Africa’s landscapes are home to some of the world’s most remarkable native trees—trees that shape the environment, sustain communities, preserve biodiversity, and stand as symbols of resilience. These indigenous species have adapted over centuries to thrive in Africa’s diverse ecosystems, from [...]
We are beyond thrilled to announce a powerful collaboration between Hearts of Green Organization, The University of Nairobi, Wangari Maathai Institute for peace and environmental studies and Pioneer Insurance on the Landscape Repair and Transformation Program a partnership set to redefine climate action, sustainability, and corporate responsibility. In the fight [...]