We lead the region’s efforts in environmental protection, forest development, biodiversity conservation, climate change adaptation, and rural land administration - ensuring a sustainable and resilient future for all communities.
Our Core Mandates
Policy & Legal Framework Development.
We develop policies, strategies, and legal guidelines to ensure sustainable environmental protection, forest management, biodiversity conservation, and climate resilience across the region.
Environmental Regulation & Compliance.
We monitor and regulate development activities to ensure they are implemented without harming the environment and comply with all environmental and forestry laws.
Environmental Audits & Pollution Control.
We conduct environmental audits, manage solid and liquid waste campaigns, and control industrial pollution to protect public health and ecosystems, while promoting safer communities.
Environmental & Social Impact Assessment.
We review study reports and assess the environmental and social impacts of development projects to ensure responsible and sustainable implementation.
Natural Resources Data & Public Awareness.
We collect, organize, and analyze natural resource data, and raise community awareness on environmental protection and sustainable land management.
Climate Change Adaptation Programs.
We develop and implement programs that enhance climate change adaptability, especially for pastoralist and agro-pastoral communities.
Our Key Projects
Jigjiga Model Nursery Site
Directly or indirectly, long-term deforestation in the region has accelerated desertification, drought, land degradation, and climate change. The Jigjiga Model Nursery Site was established to restore vegetation, promote reforestation, and support sustainable environmental management…
L.L. Resilience Project
The Lowlands Livelihood Resilience Project (LLRP) focuses on integrated rangeland management through coordinated components that strengthen community resilience. It aims to improve livelihoods, restore degraded landscapes, and ensure long-term environmental sustainability…
C. Spread of Prosopis Juliflora
This initiative targets the rapid spread of Prosopis Juliflora by converting the invasive tree into charcoal and biomass briquettes. The project reduces environmental damage, creates alternative energy sources, and supports communities through sustainable resource use while boosting green jobs…
Key Impact Highlights (2017 E.C.)
Projects Reviewed & Cleared
Environmental and social audited projects
Farms were registered in Fafan and Sitti
Trees Planted under the Green Legacy Program
Land ownership licenses were officially issued
Wildlife crime investigators trained
Community engaged in biodiversity
Prosecutors trained in wildlife law enforcement
Experts trained in ecosystem restoration
Private sector groups sensitized
Climate response trainees supported
Curricula for climate learning created
Regional climate info center formed
Experts trained on climate data use
Stakeholders engaged in adaptation
Green Legacy Impact Summary (2011 - 2017 E.C.)
Regional Model Nursery Sites
Our major nursery and seedling development centers supporting large-scale environmental restoration and the Green Legacy Initiative.
Our Partners & Stakeholders
Key institutions and development partners collaborating with the Somali Regional State Environmental Protection & Rural Land Administration Bureau.
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