The Earth Needs Us Now
The Earth Needs Us Now is an organization built on one strong idea: if we do not take care of our environment today, we will not have a safe place to live tomorrow. The world is changing quickly. Temperatures are rising, floods are more frequent, droughts are spreading, and storms are stronger than before. All these problems come from climate change. And climate change is not just about weather; it directly affects how we grow food, how we live, and even our health. Our main aim is simple: to protect the environment and make sure there is enough food for everyone.
Why We Exist
Everywhere in the world, people need food to survive. But in many parts of Nigeria and Africa, farmers are losing their crops because of floods, long droughts, and poor soil caused by climate change. When crops fail, there is hunger. When there is hunger, communities become weak and poor. We created The Earth Needs Us Now because we believe we can stop this. We believe that if people come together, plant trees, protect water, and use the land wisely, we can fight climate change and make sure that every family has food on their table.
Our Aim
aim is to protect the environment from the threats of climate change and to ensure food security for all people. In simple words, we want to stop actions that damage the earth and start actions that make the earth healthy again. When the environment is healthy, food grows better, and people live better.
What We Do
We do not just talk. We act. Our work includes:
1. Tree Planting
Trees are powerful. They clean the air, hold the soil, and bring rain. We mobilize communities to plant trees in towns, villages, schools, and farms. Every tree we plant is a gift to the future.
2. Flood Control
In many areas, floods wash away farmlands and homes. We help people clear drainage, dig channels, and use flood-resistant crops so that they can still farm even when water levels rise.
3. Climate Awareness
Many people do not know how climate change affects their daily life. We go to schools, churches, markets, and communities to teach people simple steps to protect the earth: reduce waste, recycle, use clean energy, and save water.
4. Support for Farmers
Farmers are at the center of food security. We support them with knowledge, improved seeds, and climate-smart practices. For example, we encourage crop rotation, organic fertilizer, and solar-powered irrigation.
5. Ensuring Clean Energy through Chenil Solar
One of the strongest ways we fight climate change is by promoting clean energy. Through our sister company, Chenil Solar, we provide solar power to homes, schools, and businesses across Nigeria. For ten years, Chenil Solar has been installing, selling, and maintaining solar systems in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
Instead of depending on diesel and petrol generators that pollute the air and damage the climate, we give people access to clean and affordable solar energy. This does two powerful things: it reduces harmful emissions that cause climate change, and it gives people the electricity they need for daily life, farming, and business.
With Chenil Solar, we have already delivered hundreds of gigawatts of clean power nationwide. Every solar panel installed is not just light for a home — it is a step toward a greener, safer planet.
Our Belief
We believe that protecting the environment is not just for scientists or government. It is for everyone. Children, students, women, farmers, and workers — all of us have a role to play. Moreover, we believe that food security is human security. When people have food, they have peace. When food is missing, problems grow. By protecting the environment, we are protecting peace, health, and life itself.
Our Story in Action
In 2023, after a major flood in our community, we saw thousands of families lose their farms and homes. It was painful. But instead of giving up, we decided to act. We launched The Earth Needs Us Now campaign. With the help of over 10,000 volunteers, we planted more than 20,000 trees, cleared drainage systems, and introduced flood-resistant crops. That action brought hope. Farmers started to see better harvests, and young people realized they could make a difference. This is proof that when people unite for the earth, real change happens.
Our Vision for the Future
We dream of a Nigeria where:
• Every community is green with trees.
• Farmers use clean energy and modern methods to grow food.
• Floods and droughts do not destroy lives because people are prepared.
• Children can study about the environment and practice what they learn.
• Everyone understands that protecting the earth is the same as protecting themselves.
Our vision goes beyond Nigeria. We want to inspire Africa and the world. The earth is one home for all of us, and if we care for it, it will care for us.
How We Work
We keep things simple and practical:
• We mobilize communities by talking to leaders and bringing people together.
• We train volunteers to plant trees, clean the environment, and support farmers.
• We use campaigns and events to spread awareness on climate change.
• We work with partners who share our mission.
• We promote solar energy through Chenil Solar to reduce emissions and expand clean power.
Every project we do is designed to bring real results — cleaner air, better farms, safer homes, and stronger communities.
Why “The Earth Needs Us Now”?
We chose this name because the earth cannot wait. Climate change is already here. If we wait for tomorrow, it may be too late. The earth needs our action today — not next week, not next year, but now. This urgency guides everything we do. It pushes us to move fast, to act boldly, and to bring people together.
Our Call to Action
We cannot do this work alone. We need everyone. We invite:
• Young people to join as volunteers.
• Farmers to adopt climate-smart practices.
• Schools to include environmental lessons.
• Businesses to invest in clean energy and recycling.
• Governments to support policies that protect nature.
• Families to practice simple steps like planting a tree, reducing waste, and saving water.
If we all take small steps, together they become big steps.
