{"title": "Silvi at Kakamega Forest", "logoImg": "bafkreigjtwr4nnulifz6igylciipijvrinozsgccq6erglyii5uiqryfjy", "website": "https://www.silvi.earth/", "bannerImg": "bafkreihbm55ujomt4oe3ptl5omzw3dbzf4tx6penl2fnazjy4ozu233f4m", "createdAt": 1729657726683, "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9.._zaz7Wy5_nAucl9dSs2YvbyD3ptU6ZGvqMxyHQZyWHwEc3WhVtzV4FxNgn6kkBvq7MMqHhOv1keY1D65omEwDQ", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-10-23T04:28:34.953Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-10-23T04:28:34.953Z", "expirationDate": "2025-01-21T04:28:34.953Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0xa7CA400d49BBa87EB606ee05af93689BD21FaB99", "hash": "v0.0.0:cglwTY+aA6w6HFHckDOpK33/HUBoT3nF9ZyhbH57oLg=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#SilviProtocol"}}}, "description": "Restoring Kakamega Forest: Empowering Communities Through Reforestation\n\nOur Mission\nSilvi is dedicated to restoring the Kakamega Forest, the remaining tropical rainforest in East Africa. Our mission is to support the trillion tree restoraring movement and to enhance biodiversity while empowering local communities by providing them with the tools and resources needed for sustainable ecological stewardship.\n\nAbout Kakamega Forest\nThe Kakamega Forest is a critical ecosystem rich in biodiversity, home to numerous endemic species of flora and fauna. However, it faces significant threats from deforestation, illegal logging, and habitat degradation. Our project focuses on reversing these negative impacts by planting native trees and rehabilitating the forest ecosystem.\n[![Mau-Update-6.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/XYxyyXT7/Mau-Update-6.jpg)](https://postimg.cc/18nzkRmL)\n\nOur efforts in Kakamega have paralleled the technolofy developement at Silvi and we see this site as our flagship demostration project. We are excited to apply the technology we've built over the last 2 years towards the most sophisticated methodology yet.\n\nLast year, we had the chance of visiting Kakamega in person and meeting the stewards using the Silvi App.\n[![Whats-App-Image-2024-10-22-at-11-56-26-PM.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/RCTphLXk/Whats-App-Image-2024-10-22-at-11-56-26-PM.jpg)](https://postimg.cc/14frYwxB)\n\n[![Whats-App-Image-2024-10-22-at-11-55-22-PM.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/kgLfz1gb/Whats-App-Image-2024-10-22-at-11-55-22-PM.jpg)](https://postimg.cc/DSdrbcsv)\n\n[![Whats-App-Image-2024-10-22-at-11-50-26-PM.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/7Z5KB8w4/Whats-App-Image-2024-10-22-at-11-50-26-PM.jpg)](https://postimg.cc/xXSGCZXp)\n\nOur Approach\nCommunity Collaboration: We've partnered with the Kenya Forest Services and local community associations to adopt public lands for reforestation. We train and employ local stewards, providing economic opportunities while fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility for the forest's wellbeing.\n\nSustainable Reforestation Plan: Our initiative involves a comprehensive 60-month plan with 16 milestones, including:\n\nClearing invasive species\nPreparing land for planting\nPlanting and nurturing native trees\nConducting regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure tree survival and growth\nTechnological Innovation: Utilizing the Silvi App and TreeForwards smart contracts, we implement transparent Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) processes. This technology allows us to accurately track tree growth, survival rates, and steward activities.\n\nWhy We Need Your Support\nYour contribution will directly fund the restoration of the Kakamega Forest by:\n\nScaling Reforestation Efforts: Expanding our planting area and increasing the number of native trees restored to the forest.\nSupporting Local Stewards: Providing training, resources, and fair compensation to community members who are essential to the project's success.\nEnhancing MRV Technology: Improving our digital tools for better tracking and reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability in our operations.\nImpact of Your Support\nBy supporting this project, you are:\n\nRestoring a Vital Ecosystem: Helping to revive the Kakamega Forest, preserving its unique biodiversity and ecological functions.\nCombating Climate Change: Contributing to carbon sequestration efforts through large-scale tree planting.\nEmpowering Communities: Providing economic and educational opportunities to local populations, enhancing their quality of life.\nPromoting Sustainable Practices: Supporting a model that combines environmental restoration with technological innovation and community involvement.\nJoin Us in Reviving Kakamega Forest\nYour support is crucial in making a tangible difference in restoring one of Kenya's most precious natural resources. Together, we can ensure that the Kakamega Forest thrives for generations to come.\n\nConnect With Us\nWebsite: silvi.earth\nTwitter: @SilviProtocol\nLearn More About Our Work in Kakamega:\n[Sowing the Seeds of Environmental Conservation in Kakamega](https://www.mulembeonline.com/p/sowing-the-seeds-of-environmental)\n[Introducing Silvi, the Tree Steward Platform](https://medium.com/@silvitree/introducing-silvi-the-tree-steward-platform-eb30fe9a2644\n)", "logoImgData": {}, "bannerImgData": {}, "projectTwitter": "SilviProtocol"}