🌱 GREEN POINTS - INTRODUCTION

Green Points are the official environmental achievement points earned by Students Army members after successfully completing verified Green Missions. They encourage active participation, reward environmental stewardship, and recognize students making a positive impact in their schools and communities.

1.) ⭐ HOW TO EARN GREEN POINTS

Students earn Green Points by completing approved Green Missions and submitting evidence for verification. Examples;

• Plant and care for trees.
• Participate in river clean-up exercises.
• Establish school tree nurseries.
• Organize environmental awareness campaigns.
• Recycle or upcycle waste materials.
• Participate in biodiversity conservation projects.

2.) 📸 MISSION VERIFICATION

Every completed mission must be verified to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability before Green Points are awarded. Verification may include;

• Before-and-after photographs.
• GPS location where applicable.
• Date of activity.
• Teacher or Club Patron approval.
• Tree survival monitoring.
• Community leader confirmation where necessary.

3.) 📈 POINTS ACCUMULATION

Green Points accumulate throughout the year, allowing students, schools, and environmental clubs to track their conservation achievements over time. Examples;

• Points increase after every verified mission.
• Different missions may earn different point values.
• Long-term projects can receive bonus points.
• Outstanding environmental leadership earns additional recognition.

4.) 🏆 LEVELS OF ACHIEVEMENT

As students earn more Green Points, they progress through achievement levels that recognize their commitment to environmental conservation. Examples;

• Green Starter.
• Green Champion.
• Green Ambassador.
• Green Guardian.
• Climate Hero.
• National Green Leader.

5.) 🎖 DIGITAL BADGES

Students receive digital badges that showcase their environmental achievements and can be displayed on their Students Army profile. Examples;

• Tree Champion Badge.
• Water Protector Badge.
• Waste Warrior Badge.
• Biodiversity Guardian Badge.
• Climate Action Badge.
• Green Leadership Badge.

6.) 🏫 SCHOOL LEADERBOARD

Schools compete in a friendly national leaderboard that recognizes outstanding environmental performance and encourages teamwork. Examples;

• Most Green Points earned.
• Most trees planted.
• Highest tree survival rate.
• Most active environmental club.
• Best recycling programme.
• Outstanding community impact.

7.) 🎁 GREEN REWARDS

Verified Green Points may be exchanged for incentives that encourage continued participation while supporting education and community development. Examples;

• Certificates of achievement.
• Digital recognition.
• School awards.
• Tree planting equipment.
• Educational support.
• Food support for deserving students through approved programmes.

8.) 🎁 FAIR PLAY POLICY

Green Points are awarded only for genuine environmental work. Honesty and integrity ensure that every participant receives recognition based on real impact. Examples;

• No duplicate submissions.
• No false photographs.
• No manipulated locations.
• Respect verification decisions.
• Protect every tree after planting.

🌍 EVERY GREEN POINT COUNTS

Every verified Green Point represents a positive action taken to protect Kenya's environment. Whether planting a tree, cleaning a river, restoring biodiversity, or educating others, each point reflects a lasting contribution toward a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future. Together, millions of Green Points earned by thousands of students can transform communities, restore ecosystems, and inspire a new generation of environmental leaders.