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Sustainable impact for people & the planet
Greentripper enables travelers and organizations to calculate their ecological footprint and contribute to certified climate projects that reduce CO₂e emissions worldwide. By focusing on projects that meet the highest international standards, they ensure a lasting positive impact on both the climate and local communities.
Why
In countries like Uganda, over 90% of households rely on traditional biomass fuels for cooking. This leads to large-scale deforestation, poor indoor air quality, and significant economic burdens for families. Greentripper is here to make climate action accessible and provide concrete solutions to these environmental and health challenges.
Impact
The mission of Greentripper is to support certified climate projects that ensure the highest levels of environmental integrity. In Uganda, they specifically aim for:
- Reducing CO2e emissions through the distribution of more efficient cooking stoves.
- Protecting ecosystems and combating deforestation.
- Improving the health and living conditions of women and children by enhancing indoor air quality.
- Promoting local economic growth and employment.
Greentripper facilitates funding for a group of 11 projects in Uganda focused on the local production and distribution of improved biomass cookstoves (ICS). These stoves significantly increase cooking efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. Additionally, they focus on:
- Local distribution: Utilizing networks of micro-entrepreneurs and NGOs to make the stoves widely available.
- Climate adaptation: Helping communities become more resilient to climate risks such as soil erosion and water scarcity.
- Monitoring: Ensuring long-term benefits through ongoing monitoring of the use and impact of the stoves.
“By promoting sustainable practices and social inclusion, we leave a positive and lasting impact for future generations.”
Natacha Laermans – Partner & Climate Consultant Greentripper
How your donation helps
Your contribution enables the issuance of Gold Standard-certified carbon credits, with every donation directly contributing to a real reduction of CO₂e in the atmosphere. This not only funds the physical cooking appliances but also supports the local micro-entrepreneurs who produce and sell these appliances. In this way, your donation helps preserve forests, protect the health of thousands of families, and strengthen local economies in Uganda.
Collective action adds up.
When you donate to the Butterfly Foundation, you’re investing in a future where responsible travel is the norm. Your donation helps us grow our network and creates even more impact worldwide. Choose how much you want to give through the links below or make a free contribution.