Poverty-fueled deforestation threatens Kenya’s largest water catchment

Mongabay
Aug 22, 2022, 10:37 pm191 pts
OLENGURUONE, Kenya — Mau Forest covers some 2,700 square kilometers (1,042 square miles) in western Kenya, making it the largest native montane forest in East Africa. The forest is also Kenya’s largest water catchment area and feeds several lakes, including Lake Victoria. But Mau Forest is shrinking as…

Read Article Share
Share Article
- email
- twitter
- facebook
- pocket
- reddit
- tumblr
- linkedin
- pinterest

Trending Today on EcoTopical

EU fertilization targets fall short of halving excess nitrogen in the soil 128

Methane leaks at California oil facilities are also spewing toxic chemicals 128

The safari industry’s ‘conservation-washing’ is a growing problem (commentary) 126

The first all-electric flying car is here — and it could land at an airport near you 125

An Ultra-Thin Smart Filter can Significantly Extend EV Battery Lifespan 125

The legendary Nissan GT-R will reemerge, but Godzilla may look a little different 124

Wind isn't the only threat: Scientists urge shift to more informed hurricane scale 123

Mass evacuations in eastern Pakistan as India releases water from swollen rivers 122

About EcoTopical

Welcome to EcoTopical Your daily eco-friendly green news aggregator.

Leaf through planet Earths environmental headlines in one convenient place. Read, share and discover the latest on ecology, science and green living from the web's most popular sites.