Preventing logging and protecting the forest
Situated in the Boumba-et-Ngoko department in Eastern Cameroon, the project area is part of one of the country's most ecologically significant forests. Historically managed for commercial timber production under a state concession, the forest is home to high-value timber species and diverse wildlife, including forest elephants, gorillas, and chimpanzees. Logging operations ceased in 2017, and this project now works to ensure the long-term conservation of this valuable ecosystem.
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The Forest Conservation in Boumba-et-Ngoko Project aims to transition approximately 38,309 hectares of dense forest in Eastern Cameroon from planned logging to a protected status. By halting commercial timber harvesting, the project seeks to avoid emissions associated with logging, such as those from tree removal, transportation, and the construction of forest infrastructure. Regular monitoring activities, including patrols, are implemented to mitigate risks such as illegal logging, wildfires, and plant diseases.
The project is expected to avoid an estimated annual emissions reduction of 362,095 tCO2e. The project also protects critical habitats for endangered wildlife, including forest elephants, gorillas, and chimpanzees, and reduces the negative impacts of forest degradation. Additionally, it supports the well-being of local communities by maintaining access to forest resources for sustainable use, enhancing both environmental conservation and social resilience.
