The project is designed to foster an interconnected approach to conservation, poverty alleviation, and clean energy solutions, setting the stage for sustainable growth and resilience in the region.
The partnership (2024/5) aims to:
- Enable 1,650 buffer zone community members to gain access to finance and technical support for clean energy solutions and training for sustainable income generation.
- Give 2,700 community members and students an enhanced understanding of conservation and human-wildlife conflict (HWC) mitigation, enabling positive interactions with their environment.
- Improve the quality of life for 1,650 community members through increased income, reduced expenses, a cleaner environment, and enhanced safety from wildlife.
- Foster a better future for both community members and wildlife by reducing competition for scarce resources.