Enviromental Protection

Protecting Our Planet Together. Earth is our only home, Its health is our health, its future our future.

Our Interventions

The Climate Emergency

Human activities have caused approximately 1.1°C of global warming since pre-industrial times, with impacts already being felt worldwide.

1.1°C

Global temperature rise since 1850

Source: IPCC, 2023

420ppm

Atmospheric CO2 concentration

Highest in 2 million years

50%

Of emissions from richest 10%

Source: Oxfam, 2023

Urgent Action Required

To limit global warming to 1.5°C, we must reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030. Current policies put us on track for 2.7°C warming by 2100 - a catastrophic scenario.

Source: UN Environment Programme, 2023

Root Causes and Effects

The climate crisis stems from human activities that release greenhouse gases, trapping heat in our atmosphere:

  • Fossil fuels: Burning coal, oil and gas accounts for 75% of global emissions
  • Deforestation: Removing Earth's carbon sinks while releasing stored carbon
  • Industrial agriculture: Methane from livestock and nitrous oxide from fertilizers
  • Waste: Landfills emit methane while plastic production relies on fossil fuels

"The climate crisis has already been solved. We already have the facts and solutions. All we have to do is wake up and change." - Greta Thunberg

Energy (73%)
Agriculture (12%)
Land Use (6.5%)
Waste (3.2%)
Industry (5.2%)

Global greenhouse gas emissions by sector (Source: IPCC, 2022)

Climate Solutions

We have the technologies and knowledge to address climate change - what we need is urgent implementation at scale.

Clean Energy Transition

Rapidly phasing out fossil fuels for solar, wind, and other renewables while improving energy efficiency across all sectors.

85% potential

Global emissions reduction possible with existing renewable technologies

Nature-Based Solutions

Protecting and restoring forests, wetlands, and other ecosystems that sequester carbon while supporting biodiversity.

37% potential

CO2 mitigation from natural climate solutions by 2030

Climate Justice

Supporting vulnerable communities in adapting to climate impacts while ensuring equitable solutions.

Essential

For effective and fair climate action

Our Climate Interventions

We're implementing targeted solutions to address the climate crisis and protect ecosystems

Community Wetland Stewardship

Wetlands Protection

Heavy industrialization has significantly polluted our air, land, and water bodies. At OWNCA, we work closely with communities to prevent and reduce water pollution protecting aquatic ecosystems and ensuring cleaner, healthier environments for all.

Zambia
7 Wetlands Under-Watch
Urban Wetland Zones

Air Pollution Interventions

Air pollution from heavy mining activities releases silica and sulfur compounds, leading to silicosis and acid rain. These pollutants harm human health, destroy vegetation, and damage aquatic ecosystems. OWNCA works to reduce emissions and protect communities.

Zambia
23 Interventions
Restoration Projects

Ecosystem Restoration

Rehabilitating degraded wetlands and forests through native species planting and erosion control.

Zambia
2M+ trees planted
Policy Advocacy

Policy Advocacy

Advocating for National Wetlands Policies and climate adaptation strategies at regional and national levels.

Zambia
12 policies influenced
Sustainable Alternatives

Sustainable Alternatives

Promoting agroforestry, sustainable aquaculture, and green enterprises to reduce pressure on natural resources.

Rural communities
150+ beneficiaries
Climate Education

Climate Education

Training programs in schools and communities to build climate resilience and environmental stewardship.

6+ schools
500+ students

Our Only Home

Earth is a unique oasis in the vastness of space - a delicate, interconnected system that sustains all life as we know it.

"We won't have a society if we destroy the environment."

- Margaret Mead

Our Impact & Results

Quantifiable results from our environmental protection initiatives

1,850+

Hectares of wetlands protected

Equivalent to 3,500 football fields

89%

Reduction in illegal logging

In monitored intervention areas

15,000+

Tons of CO2 sequestered annually

Through reforestation efforts

Community Success Story

"Before the project, we struggled with seasonal floods destroying our crops. Now with the restored wetlands, we have protection from floods and new sustainable livelihoods."

- Thandiwe Mwale, Community Leader, Zambia

Biodiversity Recovery

42 bird species returned to restored areas
3 endangered species habitats protected
75% increase in fish stocks in protected wetlands

Our Holistic Approach

Addressing climate change through integrated, multi-level strategies

Community Empowerment

Building local capacity for sustainable resource management and climate resilience through training and support.

  • Community-based monitoring systems
  • Alternative livelihood programs
  • Indigenous knowledge integration

Ecosystem Restoration

Rehabilitating degraded wetlands and forests to enhance biodiversity and carbon sequestration.

  • Native species reforestation
  • Erosion control measures
  • Invasive species management

Policy & Advocacy

Influencing environmental policies and promoting sustainable development frameworks at all levels.

  • National wetland policy development
  • Climate adaptation planning
  • Cross-border conservation agreements

Join Our Conservation Efforts

Your support enables us to expand our interventions and protect vital ecosystems

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Your donations directly fund wetland restoration, community training, and conservation programs.

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Join our field programs, restoration projects, or awareness campaigns in Africa.

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