JEWEL Environmental Initiative

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NGO urges investment in waste recycling to protect environment - EnviroNews - latest environment news, climate change, renewable energy The Jewel Environmental Initiative (JEI), an NGO, has urged government and stakeholders to invest in waste recycling to tackle environmental pollution while creating employment opportunities for youths. The Chief Executive Officer of JEI, Mr. Ismail Bima, made the call in an interview in Gombe on Mo...

Rooting for Resilience: JEI Supports the "1000 Tree Planting Initiative" in Gombe

This Friday evening, JEWEL Environmental Initiative (JEI) was honored to participate in the official flag-off of “1000 Tree Planting Initiative in May,” an inspiring community project organized by Muhammad Isa Gaude. The event which took place at JIBWIS Bolari, along Maitama Sule Road in the Abuja Quarters of Gombe Metropolis.

This initiative has seen the light of the day to the power of partnership. We were honored to collaborate with fellow change-makers, including National Association of English and Literary Students (GSU Chapter), Garko Foundation, Youth Empowerment for Climate Action (YE-CAN), Eco-Climate Restoration Movement - ECReM and Gombe State Youth Parliament

As part of our unwavering commitment to landscape restoration and climate action, JEI gracefully donated a diverse variety of seedlings to support this cause, including Parkia biglobosa (Locust Bean) & Cassia senna for ecosystem stability, Moringa oleifera, Punica granatum (Pomegranate), and Carica papaya (Pawpaw) for nutritional and economic value.

Gombe State is currently facing the harsh realities of climate change, characterized by soaring temperatures, escalating erosion, and the effects of deforestation. Planting trees in the heart of our metropolis is a crucial step in creating "green lungs" for the city, reducing heat islands, and anchoring the soil against erosion.

At JEI, we are especially proud to support a sustainable youth-centered community initiative. We believe that when young leaders like Muhammad Isa Gaude take ownership of their environment, sustainable change becomes possible.

Our contribution goes beyond just "planting a tree." We are providing fruit-bearing and economically viable species like Pomegranate and Moringa, we are ensuring this project has a lasting economic impact, providing food security and potential livelihoods for the local community.

Through strong partnerships, JEI is building a greener, cooler, and more resilient Gombe. Beyond planting seedlings, we are sowing hope for a better tomorrow.

Let’s keep growing together!

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Beyond the Canopy: Unlocking the Secrets of Kanawa’s Fauna!

Following our recent field trip with the 300-level Zoology students from Gombe State University, the focus shifted from the treetops to the intricate lives of the creatures that call Kanawa Forest Reserve home.
At JEWEL Environmental Initiative, we believe that understanding the fauna, the animals is just as critical as protecting the flora. During our excursion, students took a deep dive into the behaviors that sustain our local wildlife
🐞 Habitat Dynamics: We explored the specialized niches within the reserve, from dense undergrowth to open clearings, identifying how different species select their shelter for protection and breeding.
🌱 The Food Web in Action: Students tracked signs of foraging and identified primary food sources within the ecosystem. Understanding what animals eat is key to managing the carrying capacity of our forest.
🐾 Behavioral Observations: By observing movement patterns and social behaviors, students gained insight into how species adapt to environmental changes and human presence.

Why this matter? A forest is more than just trees; it is a complex, breathing network. When we study the fauna, we are actually taking the pulse of the entire ecosystem. If the animals are thriving, the forest is healthy.
Seeing these budding zoologists analyze these habitats reminds us that the future of Gombe’s biodiversity is in capable, curious hands.

Join us in our mission to protect and document the hidden wonders of our local forests. Reach out to partner with us or learn more about our upcoming field programs!