Terraformation

Humans are a part of nature — so restoring our forests is about more than just planting trees. Rebuilding an ecosystem sustainably means addressing the needs of the human communities that coexist with the forest — such as shelter, food, and safety. In the Philippines, Terraformation is embarking on an ambitious new restoration project in partnership with CCCO2, a Philippine reforestation and conservation company founded in 2018. As the biodiverse forest is restored to this former colonial cattle ranch, agroforestry will enable the local Indigenous communities to grow native crops like cocoa, hemp, and millet. A few facts about this project: ? 1,000 hectares, with 12,000 hectare expansion potential ? 508,000 tonnes of CO2 sequestered over 40 years ? Environmental co-benefits include improved water quality, reduced risk of wildfires, and enhanced erosion and flood control ? Agroforestry areas will integrate crops of cocoa, hemp, and adlai (millet)? ? Equal employment opportunities, including for women in leadership positions ? We're excited to begin the restoration of this beautiful mountain region. To learn more about this project and how you can purchase the carbon credits it will generate, start here: https://refore.st/4cTZpJD #carboncredits #carbonoffsets #carbon #carbonmarket #vcm #philippines #forestcarbon

As wildfires grow more frequent and severe due to climate change, proactive fire prevention has never been more critical. That’s why we’re piloting Dryad Networks’ Silvanet technology at our Pacific Flight at Kaupalaoa site in Kohala, Hawai‘i—a high-risk area known for its dry, windy conditions. Spanning 45 acres, Kaupalaoa is where we're restoring a dryland forest, removing invasive species like buffelgrass and kiawe, and planting over 22 native species. With under 10 inches of rainfall annually, it's the perfect place to test this advanced early wildfire detection system. Silvanet's AI-powered tech constantly monitors changes in temperature, humidity, and air quality, allowing us to detect and respond to potential fire risks before they spread. Why does this matter? Early detection isn’t just about protecting land—it’s about preserving Hawai‘i’s unique biodiversity. Home to over 10,000 species found nowhere else, Hawai‘i’s delicate ecosystems are constantly threatened by fire, invasive species, and human activity. By preventing wildfires, we’re helping to protect these precious habitats and safeguard the islands’ rich biodiversity for future generations. ?? Learn more at our blog:?https://refore.st/3CD9Bc5

At #COP29, Terraformation's Damien Kuhn and Zara Huseynova were honored to meet with Dunstan Kitandula, Member of Parliament and Deputy Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism in Tanzania. At the "Financing Tanzania's Landscape Restoration" discussion with Tanzania Forestry Services Representative Elikana John, topics included Tanzania's long-term vision for forest restoration, the role of trust in developing projects, and how governments and the private sector can collaborate more effectively to streamline project implementation. We're excited for the future of forest restoration throughout Africa — working together to create new opportunities that benefit communities and our climate.

With our climate future in the balance, the work at #COP29 is critical — now more than ever. Terraformation's Zara Huseynova and Damien Kuhn are bringing awareness to the urgent need to increase forest restoration investment, especially in climate-critical tropical regions. Don't miss Damien tomorrow, November 21, at 1 PM at the Tanzania Pavilion, speaking on "Financing Tanzania's Landscape Restoration: How Can Carbon Finance Contribute?"

Don't miss this great event at #COP29 featuring Terraformation VP of Forestry Damien Kuhn and Tanzania Forestry Service Representative Elikana John!

We're honored to receive a $200,000 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to collaborate on a native-species seed bank on the Hawaiian island of Lāna?i. The project will help restore coastal ecosystems degraded by decades of overgrazing and plantation agriculture. Part of NFWF's Kuahiwi a Kai Program, which?focuses on conserving Lāna’i’s natural and cultural resources, the initiative aims to collect and store native seeds to prevent genetic loss and promote climate resilience. Terraformation’s expertise in seed banking, nursery management, and restoration will play a key role in the project's implementation. Community engagement and shared stewardship are integral to the Kuahiwi a Kai Program — and to the values at the core of every Terraformation project. We're excited to begin this work to help restore Lāna?i and preserve its priceless natural and cultural heritage. Learn more: https://refore.st/3Z0eun9

Sembrando Futuro 2.0, a new reforestation partnership by Fundación Grupo Argos and Terraformation, will sequester almost 400K tonnes of CO2 — but its benefits don't end there. It will expand and connect native forests, enrich the resilience of the region, and protect Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs). Jaguars, hummingbirds, rare orchids — hundreds of unique species depend on the Colombian Andes for survival. But with only a third of the area's natural forests remaining, ecological restoration is urgently needed. Discover how this project will benefit communities, wildlife, and our climate: https://refore.st/40SHWxM

Coming up tomorrow at #COP29 — don't miss Terraformation's Damien Kuhn and Zara Huseynova speaking at these three exciting events: ? Marrakech Partnership for Global Climate Action Land Use Action Event: “Transforming Land & Ecosystems for a Nature-Positive 2030” ? AFR100 Panel: “Attracting Large Scale Investments to Accelerating Forest Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration for Increased Agricultural Production, Food Security, and Economic Transformation in Africa” ? Extreme Hangout: “Four Bottlenecks to Reforestation and How to Solve Them: Case Study" Learn more about these events or schedule a meeting with our team: https://lnkd.in/evmny8ah

?? Still time to register! On Wednesday, join us for an informative webinar in collaboration with SDG Impact Japan on investing in high-quality nature-based solutions (NbS). What you’ll learn: ?? Key investment criteria Japanese funders can consider, from additionality to financial returns. ?? The fundamentals of NbS and their importance within the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM). ?? How to identify projects with strong ecological resilience, robust carbon models, community engagement, and more. Speakers: ? Daichi Hirose, Partner at SDG Impact Japan — Expert in strategic value, microfinance, and business development. ? Jonathan Kim, Chief Sustainability Officer at Terraformation — Leads climate impact initiatives with a background in tech and product innovation. Join us to learn how Japanese private investment can support impactful reforestation efforts across the globe. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ePg_qkPA

Thank you Singapore for a terrific Asia premiere!?The energy at the screening was curious, active, productive and pragmatic.??Pauline Wray pulled together stakeholders who can really take action and it was encouraging given that the films we make are for those very people in the audience. As I mentioned in the Q+A, our films are frameworks that outline pathways to a future that can work.?I loved meeting everyone including our supporters of the event, Michael Harte and Adrian Grante of CaptureNow and Huey Lin of Terraformation. Also a big thanks to Ed Iskandar who is the BEST moderator in the WORLD…he cares and really helps propel good conversation.??The Q+A panel afterward was with Hui En Joanna Yeo, Max Zeller and Christoph Gebald.?I very much appreciated the feedback from Severine Vauleon and Mouna Aouri and also very interesting panel discussions at Insight Forum with Andrey Berdichevskiy (白安哲), thanks for attending! We will return most likely in the future for another screening and further discussions around CDR.?Looking forward to what develops! #cdr #innovation Legion 44