Reducing Poverty
Sustainably.
EcoFDI works with rural communities across the Niger Delta and South-Eastern Nigeria to harness eco-friendly innovations, strengthen governance, and create lasting livelihoods.
"We strongly believe that efficient and equitable use of natural resources is the surest means of enhancing sustainable livelihoods and eradicating poverty in our society."
Working at the intersection of ecology and livelihoods
EcoFDI is a non-profit NGO based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. The organization strives to accelerate sustainable developments and reduce poverty through eco-friendly innovations and initiatives in rural communities where it works.
Our resource persons have been carefully drawn from the universities and the development sector, bringing together academic rigor and real-world field experience.
Eco-Friendly
Development
Harnessing the power of sustainable natural resource management to lift communities out of poverty permanently.
Nine pillars of sustainable impact
Capacity Building & Training
01Empowering communities with the skills, knowledge, and tools they need to sustainably manage their natural resources and livelihoods.
Community Entrance Facilitation
02Working alongside communities from the ground level entering with humility, listening deeply, and co-designing solutions together.
Biodiversity Conservation
03Protecting Nigeria's rich ecological diversity while supporting nature-based livelihoods that give communities a stake in conservation.
Environmental Studies & Waste Management
04Research-driven approaches to environmental impact assessment, waste management, and pollution reduction in rural communities.
Eco Innovative Developments
05Pioneering innovative solutions at the intersection of ecology and development turning environmental challenges into livelihood opportunities.
Food Security
06Strengthening local food systems through improved agricultural practices, sustainable farming, and resilient community food networks.
Climate Change Mitigation
07Locally-led climate adaptation strategies protecting communities on the frontlines from Niger Delta flooding to agricultural drought.
WASH & Research
08Water, Sanitation & Hygiene programs that save lives combined with rigorous research to guide scalable, evidence-based interventions.
Urban Environment Programs
09Eco-friendly programmes for Nigerian urban environments covering waste management enlightenment, renewable energy advocacy, sustainable construction, and urban greening to combat climate change. These programs aim to enhance air quality, improve waste management, and create sustainable living conditions in rapidly growing Nigerian cities.
Rooted in Nigeria's rural communities
Mostly within rural communities in Nigeria, primarily based in the Niger Delta and South-Eastern States.
Niger Delta
Our primary area of operation — working with communities across Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, and Cross River States.
South-Eastern States
Expanding programs across Imo, Anambra, Enugu, Ebonyi and Abia States.
Partner with us to create lasting change
Whether you are a researcher, development professional, community leader, or organization, there is a place for you in EcoFDI's growing network.