The Horn of Africa Regional Environment Centre & Network (HoA-REC&N) focuses on environmental concerns and sustainable development options within the Horn of Africa. An autonomous institution under Addis Ababa University, it facilitates, strengthens, and advocates for initiatives related to environmental conservation and natural resource management.

HoA-REC&N administers a Buska Massif Mountain Forest conservation initiative funded by The Royal Kingdom of the Netherlands. Their support is allowing GTLI to implement an environmental program that replenishes the fragile environment while improving the socio-economic condition of marginalized communities in Hamar woreda, South Omo Zone.