The Mau Forest Complex forms the largest closed-canopy forest ecosystem of Kenya. Standing at 400,000 hectares, it is the single most important water catchment in Rift Valley and western Kenya, and is natural asset of national importance whose condition has a major impact on the tea, energy and tourism sectors. LTS is part of a small project design team responsible for preparing a fully-fledged project document for strategic partners worth $81 million. Working alongside the Interim Coordinating Secretariat within the Office of the Prime Minister, the team provides technical and facilitation support services needed to deliver a highly participatory project preparation process. Key design issues include management, resettlement, restoration and resource mobilization.