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The environment underpins and defines all aspects of human society. Environmental degradation most strongly impacts vulnerable communities, primarily because these places lack the coping mechanisms that normally protect lives and livelihoods. Mercy Corps is committed to helping these communities address and adapt to environmental changes.

Recycled Life ›

Country: Indonesia

Darpi, a 56-year-old woman who’s been living in Jakarta's Penjaringan slum since the mid-1970s, is proof that things can improve.

Indonesia: Biogas from Waste ›

Country: Indonesia

Mercy Corps is helping the impoverished families of Jakarta's slums through the installation of biogas facilities that convert human and other organic waste into energy that can be used for cooking and lighting.

Congo: Fuel Efficient Stoves ›

Country: DR Congo

Mercy Corps is demonstrating that daily firewood consumption can be reduced by constructing inexpensive fuel-efficient stoves and teaching families improved food preparation techniques.

Colombia: Community Forestry Project ›

This project will focus on planting and managing trees in public areas and private backyards, providing the greatest potential for improving the local environment and helping curb pollution.

Colombia: Micro-Hydroelectric Energy ›

A small hydroelectric project will enhance educational opportunities, improve food security, ensure better health and help provide more economic opportunities to indigenous families in rural Colombia.

Colombia: Biogas Latrines for Internally Displaced People ›

The project will build low-cost biogas digester latrines in participant households, resulting in better sanitation and less greenhouse gases.

Bosnia: Solar Water Heaters ›

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

The Solar Water Heaters project will encourage entrepreneurialism and income generation through promoting and producing solar water collectors.

Bosnia: Biodiesel from Recycled Cooking Oil ›

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Mercy Corps has helped local producers turn used cooking oil into clean-burning biodiesel fuel for vehicles.

How Much to Offset Your Carbon? ›

How much would it cost to offset the carbon emissions for your transportation and travel? Here are a few suggested numbers for you to pinpoint a donation amount.

Leading Businesses, Cities and Non-Profits Join "Together" to Fight Climate Change ›

Country: United States

Together unites brands, cities and non-profits to make it easier for every American to fight climate change.

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