Sustainable soil solutions
Understanding reforestation and the green economy Reforestation is the act of replanting trees on deforested land. It’s not just about trees – it’s about reawakening whole ecosystems which sustain diverse forms of life. Reforesting repairs land that has been deteriorated… Read More
Understanding public-private partnerships in reforestation PPPs in reforestation unite government agencies and private companies to combine funds, expertise, and operate tree-planting initiatives on a far larger scale than either could alone. These partnerships aren’t just cost-sharing endeavors. They are founded… Read More
Understanding citizen programs in forest conservation Citizen programs are collective actions, in which we join forces to benefit forests. These programs invite in anyone who wishes to contribute, not just academics or bureaucrats. They gather data, monitor forest well-being, communicate… Read More
Why tropical forests matter for global biodiversity Tropical forests are among the planet’s most vital ecosystems for life on earth. Though they account for less than 10% of the earth’s land surface, they harbour at least two-thirds of all known… Read More
Forests as climate regulators For so many reasons, forests are climate and climate is forests. They blanket a third of Earth’s land, span continents and touch billions of lives. Their impact extends well beyond their stature — impacting the globe’s… Read More
Understanding reforestation and its core objectives Reforestation is the intentional regeneration of forests where they have been depleted or damaged. It can begin with reforestation, letting forests regenerate, or agroforestry—a combination of both crops and trees. Reforestation is not a… Read More
Why do so many well-intentioned tree planting efforts in drylands fall short? Despite best efforts, seedlings in arid reforestation sites often wither under scorching sun and depleted soils, leaving landscapes bare and hopes dashed. The missing link isn’t just water… Read More