The Green Generation Initiative has long established itself as a leading force in grassroots environmental stewardship, conservation education, and youth mobilisation in Kenya. At the heart of its vision lies a commitment to nurturing environmentally conscious generations through practical and sustainable models.

Treeside Special School, which serves a diverse group of learners with special needs, has historically struggled with limited funding to meet its nutritional requirements. Recognising this need and the opportunity to provide inclusive environmental education, GGI partnered with several public and private stakeholders to develop an on-site Permaculture Learning and Feeding Garden. This launch marks the culmination of months of collaborative effort to create a centre that embodies climate-smart agricultural practices while directly addressing the wellbeing of a particularly vulnerable group of learners.

The newly launched Permaculture Garden at Treeside Special School comprises three primary components:

Vertical Hydroponic Gardens

Utilising cutting-edge technology that saves up to 80% of water, the hydroponic systems are already yielding substantial harvests. At full capacity, the gardens are projected to produce up to 20 kilograms of nutrient-rich vegetables per harvest. These crops form a cornerstone of the school’s enhanced feeding programme, significantly boosting the dietary diversity available to students.

Chicken Coop

The facility’s poultry project has become a significant contributor to the school’s food security. Currently producing over 6,000 eggs per month, the eggs provide a sustainable source of protein for the learners. Notably, surplus production is commercialised, creating an income stream for operational sustainability.

Food Forest

A biodiverse and climate-resilient agroforestry system complements the project, offering a long-term source of fruits, medicinal plants, and shade, while simultaneously serving as an educational landscape for learners and community members.