Climate Action Now: Building Sustainable Communities for Generations
At Dhamira Moja, we recognize that environmental sustainability and community resilience are inseparable. Our climate action programs blend traditional knowledge with innovative solutions to address environmental challenges while creating sustainable livelihoods.
Through community-led conservation, clean energy adoption, and climate-smart practices, we’re building a greener, more resilient Busia County that thrives in harmony with nature.
Community-Led Disaster Risk Reduction
Prepared Communities, Reduced Risks: Building Climate Resilience.
We co-develop localized disaster management strategies:
Community risk mapping identifying flood-prone areas and climate vulnerabilities
Early warning systems managed by community disaster response teams
Evacuation planning and emergency response training for extreme weather events
Flood mitigation infrastructure including sandbags, drainage systems, and terracing
Climate-resilient shelter programs for most vulnerable households
Local Leadership: Our DRR committees are 60% women-led, ensuring gender-responsive disaster planning that protects the most vulnerable.
Blue & Green Economy Integration
Sustainable Growth: Bluing and Greening Our Local Economy
We promote economic practices that work with nature:
Climate-smart agriculture training for higher yields with lower environmental impact
Sustainable fisheries management protecting lake ecosystems while supporting livelihoods
Renewable energy enterprises creating green jobs in solar installation and maintenance
Circular economy models turning waste into valuable resources
Eco-innovation hubs in schools and youth centers fostering green entrepreneurship
Economic & Environmental Win: Our green enterprises have created 285+ jobs while reducing environmental degradation in partner communities.
Reforestation & Ecosystem Restoration
Growing Our Future: Community-Led Reforestation
Our tree planting initiatives include:
Community nurseries producing 50,000+ indigenous seedlings annually
School greening programs engaging children as environmental stewards
Public space restoration transforming markets and community centers with greenery
Agroforestry integration combining food crops with tree cover
Carbon sequestration projects creating environmental and economic benefits
Impact: We’ve planted 185,000+ trees across Busia County, restoring degraded lands and creating community assets for future generations.
Climate Policy & Advocacy
Local Voices, Climate Choices: Influencing Environmental Policy
We ensure community perspectives shape climate action:
Community participation in county climate change planning processes
Policy dialogues bridging grassroots experience with government planning
Climate justice advocacy ensuring equitable distribution of climate resources
Environmental rights education empowering communities to claim their rights
Multi-stakeholder platforms connecting communities, government, and NGOs
Policy Impact: Our advocacy contributed to increased county budget allocation for community-based climate adaptation projects by 35% last year.
Clean Energy Solutions
Powering Progress Sustainably: Clean Energy Access for All
We transition communities to renewable energy through:
Energy-saving cookstoves reducing fuelwood consumption by 60%
Solar home systems bringing clean lighting to off-grid households
Biogas installations converting waste to energy for farming families
Solar-powered community facilities lighting schools and health centers
Clean energy micro-enterprises training local technicians and distributors
Health & Environmental Benefits: Our clean energy solutions have reduced indoor air pollution by 70% in participating households while cutting carbon emissions.
Water Conservation & Management
Every Drop Counts: Community Water Stewardship
Our water security programs include:
Rainwater harvesting systems for schools, health centers, and households
Water pan construction capturing runoff for dry-season use
Catchment protection through reforestation and sustainable land management
Water user associations managing community water resources sustainably
Greywater recycling systems for household gardening
Water Security: Our water conservation efforts have extended water availability during dry seasons from 2 to 6 months in participating communities.
Circular Economy Initiatives
Waste to Wealth: Building a Circular Economy
We transform waste streams into economic opportunities:
Plastic recycling enterprises creating building materials and household items
Upcycling workshops turning waste into marketable products
Compost production from organic waste for climate-smart agriculture
E-waste collection and safe management systems
Community clean-up campaigns with waste sorting and value recovery
Economic & Environmental Returns: Our circular economy initiatives have created 120+ green jobs while diverting 45 tons of waste from landfills annually.
Eco-Friendly Livelihoods
Green Enterprises, Sustainable Incomes
We promote livelihoods that enhance rather than harm the environment:
Beekeeping cooperatives supporting pollination and honey production
Bamboo farming for construction, crafts, and environmental restoration
Native seed banks preserving agricultural biodiversity
Eco-tourism initiatives showcasing natural and cultural heritage
Sustainable crafts using natural and recycled materials
Biodiversity & Business: Our eco-enterprises have increased household incomes by 45% while protecting and enhancing local ecosystems.