Forest conservation… These groups report incidences of illegal encroachment in order that relevant government authorities can deal with them. The condition of the forests is also monitored and reported courtesy of remote sensing and data analysis. Satellite imagery is used to assess forest loss and gain. This is complemented by data that is recorded and gathered from sensors located throughout the forests. These record temperature, light and humidity.
By combining remote sensing and data analysis with community forest management, community patrols, biodiversity assessments and the development of value chains for wild coffee and forest honey, we seek to demonstrate the economic potential of the forests and thus incentivise and support residents in their efforts to conserve them.