Centre for Climate Innovation
About Us
Ecosynic Africa is a registered Community-Based Organization (CBO) and a fiscally sponsored project of the Open Gate Foundation (OGF Kenya). We operate as an independent hub for environmental research and green technology, dedicated to transforming grassroots communities into the architects of Africa’s climate transition.
The Ecosynic Identity
As a registered CBO, Ecosynic Africa is deeply embedded in the communities we serve. Our fiscal sponsorship through OGF Kenya allows us to scale our local impact by meeting the rigorous financial and administrative requirements of international donors and national climate funds.
We believe that true climate innovation must be locally led and institutionally backed.
Strategic Innovation Pillars
| Pillar | Focus & Innovation Area |
|---|---|
| Climate Tech & Innovation | Incubating grassroots inventions in solar irrigation, clean energy, and smart water harvesting. |
| Circular Economy | Converting local waste into economic value, creating sustainable "green jobs" for youth and women. |
| Climate Justice & Policy | Mobilizing community voices to influence County and National climate change action plans. |
| Regenerative Ecology | Restoring degraded landscapes through indigenous seed saving and reforestation. |
Impact at a Glance
Local Leadership: 100% community-driven initiatives rooted in our CBO status.
Green Labs: Testing scalable solutions for carbon sequestration and waste-to-energy.
Economic Sovereignty: Empowering survivors of climate shocks through regenerative livelihoods.
Vision and Mission
Our Vision: A resilient Africa where climate innovation starts at the community level, driving ecological health and social equity.
Our Mission: To accelerate the adoption of community-led climate solutions through innovation, research, and strategic advocacy, supported by world-class institutional oversight.
Governance and Partnership Model
Registered Locally. Governed Professionally.
CBO Status: Ecosynic Africa maintains its own local registration, allowing for direct community engagement and local government partnership.
Fiscal Sponsorship: Open Gate Foundation serves as our fiscal agent, providing:
Fiduciary Oversight: Professional accounting and independent annual audits.
Grant Management: Handling large-scale funding compliance that exceeds typical CBO capacities.
Institutional Safeguarding: Ensuring all projects meet international Social and Environmental Standards (SES).