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FOOD AND NUTRITION HYDROPONICS PROGRAM
In collaboration with United Nations World Food Program, we are increasing food security for Kibera residents by applying innovative solutions to grow food in urban slums.
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WHY HYDROPONICS
On average, a slum household spends 40-50% of its income on food. The majority of the households don't have a stable income, resulting in chronic food insecurity being a norm in the slums. To address this challenge and achieve the objectives of Sustainable Development Goals 2 and 11, we are implementing innovative ways of growing food in areas where space is usually very limited, and conditions are challenging.
Kibera, Nairobi, Kenya
THE BENEFITS
Water Efficiency
Hydroponics farming uses up to 90% less water compared to the traditional approach.
OUR IMPACT
SINCE 2021
ALL DATE = SINCE 2021
+250
women-led household benefit from the program monthly
+500
children benefited from the program to date
90%
less water is used for farming
2.5 TON
of vegetables have been harvested and delivered to the community
THE BENEFITS
Water Efficiency
Hydroponics farming uses up to 90% less water compared to the traditional approach.
Carbon Sequestration
Reduced soil usage results in less carbon release
Higher Yields
Controlled growing conditions and maintenance allow for higher yield
Increased Food Security
Provision of fresh organic vegetables to children and vulnerable residents allows to increase food security.
Reduced Use of Pesticides
Provision of fresh organic vegetables to children and vulnerable residents allows to increase food security.
THE BENEFITS
Water Efficiency
Hydroponics farming uses up to 90% less water compared to the traditional approach.
Carbon Sequestration
Reduced soil usage results in less carbon release
Higher Yields
Controlled growing conditions and maintenance results in higher yields
Land Efficiency
Hydroponics farming requires up to 75% less land surface, which is ideal for such limited spaces as informal settlements.
Reduced Use of Pesticides
Provision of fresh organic vegetables to children and vulnerable residents allows to increase food security.
Increased Food Security
Provision of fresh organic vegetables to children and vulnerable residents allows to increase food security.
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