Moges Tadesse

Ethiopian climate activist leading Africa's largest reforestation initiative

Moges Tadesse is a visionary environmental leader from Ethiopia whose Green Legacy Initiative has become a global model for reforestation efforts. Since 2019, he has coordinated the annual Green Legacy campaign that mobilizes over 350 million tree seedlings planted in a single day across Ethiopia. This initiative directly addresses deforestation which has reduced Ethiopia's forest cover from 35% in the 20th century to less than 4% today.

Under his leadership, the program has evolved into a community-driven movement involving schools, religious institutions, and local governments. The project's innovative approach combines traditional knowledge with modern agroforestry techniques, ensuring tree survival rates exceed 80%. Moges' work has been recognized by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and inspired similar campaigns across the African continent. He frequently speaks at international climate conferences, advocating for nature-based solutions to climate change. Learn more about his work on the official website.