In pursuit of our Strategic Plan 2021/2022–2025/2026, Objective 6.5 on Supporting Environmental Conservation, NYEWASCO continues to advance its commitment to protecting and restoring the environment through the Tree Growing Exercise, which targets the planting of 12,000 indigenous trees. Today, we successfully planted over 2,000 trees at the Mweiga Old Water Pumping Station, marking another major milestone in our journey toward a greener and more sustainable future.
This initiative is more than an environmental activity; it represents our shared responsibility to conserve vital water catchments, enhance biodiversity, and mitigate the impacts of climate change. By nurturing these trees, we are investing in a healthier ecosystem, ensuring sustainable water resources, and creating lasting value for generations to come.
Choosing indigenous species reflects our long-term approach to environmental stewardship. Native trees are better adapted to local conditions, support wildlife habitats and pollinators, improve soil health, and strengthen ecosystem resilience. Their growth contributes to carbon sequestration and cooler microclimates, ultimately improving the quality and reliability of water resources for the communities we serve.
The Mweiga Old Water Pumping Station is a strategic site for catchment protection. Tree cover in this area helps stabilize soils, reduce erosion and siltation, and safeguard source water quality. These benefits translate into more efficient water treatment processes, lower operational risks, and more sustainable yields for households, businesses, and institutions.
Today’s achievement reflects collective effort. We are grateful to our staff whose dedication and collaboration made this milestone possible. With more than 2,000 trees planted today and a target of 12,000 under the Strategic Plan period, we remain committed to providing regular updates on progress as we expand planting and nurturing activities across additional priority sites.
Every tree planted brings us closer to a cleaner, greener tomorrow. Together, we grow hope.
