Sequester
REHABILITATE REINVIGORATE EMPOWER
Increasing green and blue cover in landscapes is a powerful tool for capturing and retaining carbon- an underexplored solution in urban and peri-urban settings of the developing world.
Engaging communities in this process is essential to ensure the sustainable care and stewardship of these rehabilitated spaces.
At Sequester, we combine environmental restoration with community empowerment, breathing new life into neglected landscapes and transforming them into lush, green havens. Our mission is to create cool, verdant spaces that provide relief from heat, foster community connections, and combat urban heat islands.
We empower all cadres of stakeholders, from community members to businesses- to individuals looking to build local green covers for their localities- through initiatives ranging from capacity building , to procurement, advisory to long term implementation of greening initiatives!
Join us in cultivating vibrant areas where communities can gather, bond, and thrive, contributing to a greener, healthier planet.
We rehabilitate neglected landscapes - codesigning with communities that call them home
Following restoration, we provide technology assisted, culturally sensitive accountability mechanisms that are integrated within local development and sustainability plans
Co-design and relationship building
We tap into community wisdom to understand what it means for a commmunity to truly thrive and unlock the potential for connection, activity, play and comfort in the spaces they inhabit.
We do this through cultivating deep relationships with residents, identifying representatives and connecting with the community through them. These leaders then go on to become nodal officers for the community
Implementation and long-term support
The co-design process ensures our programs align with local clean-up and rehabilitation plans, integrating seamlessly with existing mechanisms for soil treatment, planting carefully selected species, and maintaining and disposing of waste.
These revitalized spaces become community hubs where residents can learn about and participate in ongoing stewardship efforts. We build local capacity in maintenance, repair, and monitoring, establishing robust communication channels between community liaisons, government officers, and waste disposal representatives.
Economic Initiatives to aid sustainability
We also assist communities in setting up sustainable economic activities that generate revenue for maintenance and improvements in public utilities. Initiatives may include vocational training classes, peer education clinics, health camps, local food courts, and other community-driven priorities.
After rehabilitation, we provide ongoing support to ensure these activities continue and that the green spaces are well-maintained.
Integration with Government Priorities
We align our efforts with local government priorities, tailoring our initiatives to meet specific regional needs. By collaborating closely with local governments, we build awareness and capacity for green cover improvements.
Together with government stakeholders and local communities, we develop and implement the most suitable rehabilitation models. The entire process, from clean-up to rehabilitation and beyond, is closely monitored and tracked to ensure success.
We document these projects as case studies to guide future administrators and facilitate the replication of successful models.
