METGE is a 'not for profit' organization, registered and based in Uganda with its operations mainly in the Elgon sub-region in the districts of Bududa, Manafwa, Sironko, Namisindwa, Bulambuli, Mbale and Bukedea.
Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise (METGE) was born out of necessity to address severe deforestation, land degradation and climate change vulnerabilities faced in the Mount Elgon sub region. Therefore, the tree planting Programme was initiated in 2009 under the Mbale Coalition Against Poverty (MCAP).The Tree Planting Programme evolved and was subsequently rebranded as Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise.
To enable individuals and communities to see the benefits of growing trees, mitigating the effects of climate change, providing sustainable supplies of fuel, shelter and food, and alleviating poverty for today and for future generations.
Healthy, safe and prosperous communities in the Mount Elgon region.