EMLI’s core programmes contribute to Uganda’s environment and climate agenda while strengthening community capacity and sustainable livelihoods.
01The Climate Change programme reduces vulnerability, strengthens resilience, lowers greenhouse-gas emissions and supports better access to climate finance. EMLI advances practical action that helps communities adapt, build resilience and respond to climate risk with informed local solutions.
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02The Ecosystems and Environment programme empowers communities to manage their environment and natural resources sustainably. The focus covers forests, wetlands, freshwater sources, extractives, rangelands, birds, fisheries and wildlife so that economic growth does not come at the expense of nature.
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03The Chemicals and Waste programme strengthens capacity for environmentally sound management of chemicals and hazardous waste. EMLI supports awareness, practical safeguards and responsible management systems that protect people, ecosystems and livelihoods.
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04The Environmental Governance programme promotes the environmental foundations of sustainable development. It strengthens institutions, policy dialogue and citizen participation so decisions affecting natural resources are more accountable, inclusive and sustainable.
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05In search for ways of sustaining the lives of communities that conserve diverse natural resources, EMLI’s Livelihood Programme aims at harnessing natural capital for improved human well-being. The programme responds to multiple shocks that exacerbate the vulnerability of poor communities that rely on agriculture as a primary source of food and income.
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