Where Industry Ends, Emstree Begins
At Emstree, we don’t just plant trees — we restore ecosystems, rebuild landscapes, and redefine what’s possible for land rehabilitation. With the help of our donors and customers, we are starting to reclaim the land and species that are being lost at the hands of heavy industry.
What we do
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Low-Cost Planting
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Target of 98% survival rate
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Restoring Ecosystems
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Supporting Biodiversity
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Environmental compliance for mines
How we do it
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Locally harvested seed
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Employing Tree Guardians
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Planting and protecting
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Mimicking species distribution
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Expert guidance/regulatory support
Why we do it
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Affordable Rehabilitation: High rehabilitation costs discourage many mining companies from restoring land. We aim to make it more cost-effective so that recovery becomes the norm, not the exception.
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​Employment: Rural employment stood at 30.3% in early 2024 (ZIMSTAT), highlighting the need for sustainable job opportunities.
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Land Degradation: Mining—both legal and illegal—is heavily impacting Southern Africa, with increasing environmental pressure from Chinese investment in the mining industry.
The keys to high Survival Rates:
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Species Selection – We use native species that are suited to the local ecosystem and climate.
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Soil Preparation – We improve soil fertility and structure before planting.
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Watering & Irrigation – We implement consistent watering, especially during the critical first year and dry season.
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Mulching – This helps retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and introduces beneficial microbes.
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Tree Guardians – Our locally employed Guardians are essential for long-term care and protection.
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Protection from Threats – We guard against grazing animals, and human disturbances.
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Monitoring & Maintenance – Our Guardians regularly check on each tree and will provide extra care to the trees that need it.
