Initiative (CCI) to develop and implement a forest carbon project in Enoosupukia Forest Trust Land. Conducted baseline biomass surveys of the Mau Forest in Kenya. National advocacy for the new Kenyan Constitution. GBM partnered with several organizations and planted trees in Karura and Ngong forests, which are the two major urban forests in Nairobi city. GBM partnered with AEON Corporation to target water catchment areas with degraded forest lands. In December 2010, GBM participated in the 16th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP 16), in Cancun Mexico. 2011 Tree Planting Projects: The GBM completed a five-year rehabilitation project in the Aberdares specifically targeting the Sasumau, Ndakini and Gatanga catchment. The project established 593 tree nurseries, with 3.8 million trees planted The project also established 1.8 million trees on public lands (including schools, churches, cemeteries, roads, etc.). The GBM worked with the Save the Mau Trust and planted 212,000 trees in the Mau Forest Ecosystem. The project increased food security in the region and trained farmers on soil and water conservation techniques. The GBM partnered with thirteen companies to rehabilitate Karura and Ngong Forests located in Nairobi. The rehabilitation of the forested areas included the planting of 9,420 trees on 23 acres of land. The GBM selected the first Wangari Maathai Environmental Achievement Award Winner and launched the award in 2011. The project also promotes the planting of trees in a collaborative manner amongst many communities. Advocacy and Climate Change Projects: Participated in the Collection of 1.2 Million Signatures to Stop Political Impunity. Published Climate Forest Finance Report at COP17. The GBM registered two Forest Carbon Projects in 2011 in order for communities to receive revenue from reforestation and carbon credits. In 2011 the project had passed a very intensive and demanding registration process. GBM staff and volunteer leaders advocated against a landmark land grabbing case at Nairobi's City Market. Community Empowerment and Education: Seminars on the New Kenyan Constitution in 23 Counties. School Tree Nurseries Raised Scholarship Funds for Girls in Need. Launched the Environment, Health and Population Program. Climate Change Training for Rural Community Members. 2012 Tree Planting Projects: Tree planting occurred with the Kenya Armed Forces and several civil servants to help educate and manage their environments. Beekeeping in Samburu West Constituency was initiated as an ecological friendly source of livelihood. "Sample Kenya top bee hives were issued to 92 group members