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This is what growing 100 million trees looks like. It’s taken 14 years to do this; to build support, secure financial backing and make connections with local communities. We’re going to grow 100 million more – and this time we’re going to do it in just 5 years. Here’s how  👇

And that’s a wrap 🎬 As 2024 comes to a close, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported WeForest this year. We can’t wait to see what we’ll grow together in 2025🌳

Exciting news from Zambia! 🐘 For the first time, our camera traps captured elephants in Lavushimanda, in our REDD+ project area - drawn by the abundance of ripe Masuku fruits (sugar plums). A huge milestone for our work restoring miombo woodlands and enhancing biodiversity! 💚

Today is the #InternationalDayofRuralWomen 🌎 At WeForest, we support women like Miheret in Ethiopia who are growing sustainable agroforestry systems, ensuring food and future income for their families🍏 Supporting #ruralwomen helps communities thrive and protects our forests🌳

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Today, on World Habitat Day we’re reflecting on the importance of natural habitats for both people and wildlife. Read the story: ow.ly/GIYp50TFEli #WEAREILLUSTRATIONX @WeForest_org #environment #agencynews #trees #climate

Learn more about WeForest and our big plans ⏳: weforest.org/blog/news/100-…

This is what growing 100 million trees looks like. It’s taken 14 years to do this; to build support, secure financial backing and make connections with local communities. We’re going to grow 100 million more – and this time we’re going to do it in just 5 years. Here’s how  👇

📸: Incredible photography from Ruben Foquet, IPÊ, Nicolas Van Ingen, ZEI, Sybryn Maes and Aklilu Negussie Mekuria.

Today is #WorldHabitatDay 🌳 While the focus is on urban areas, we’re spotlighting forests – home to 80% of Earth's biodiversity. Take a moment to admire these snapshots, which showcase some of the most beautiful and important habitats on our planet 🌍

Training by the Malawi College of Forestry and Wildlife 🌍 📷 Standing from left: Fanny Mangitoni, Chifuniro Chisoni, Christina Welemu, Ellen Kandale. Kneeling from left: Catherine Kasongo, Jacquilen Kholowa, Meria Damiyano, Mary Friday, Colleen Massa, Grace Mkwanda.

Women in conservation 🌿 WeForest & Phalombe District Forestry Office recently trained 40 forest scouts in Malawi incl. 10 women, now equipped to protect Mount Mulanje's ecosystems. Restoration is about safeguarding nature and supporting communities so they can thrive together.

5/5 As discussions at Climate Week focus on future technologies, we must not overlook the fact that nature-based solutions—like forest restoration—are currently the most scalable, affordable, and effective tools available.

1/5 We’re excited to see the world come together for #ClimateWeekNYC! This year's theme, #ItsTime, focuses on accelerating energy, infrastructure, and low-carbon innovation.

4/5 These forests are under threat, but through restoration and sustainable farming, we’re helping both the environment and communities thrive🌱

3/5 At WeForest, we're restoring the miombo woodlands in southern Africa, often called the "forgotten forest" despite its vital role in storing carbon and supporting wildlife.

2/5 While tech innovations are key, let’s not forget nature-based solutions already making a difference. 🌳 Forest restoration provides immediate benefits for the climate and local communities.

Explore the map here 🗺: explorer.land/x/project/wefo…

Before and after satellite images from Pontal, Brazil! In 2021 there were just a few isolated trees. By 2024 the area is thriving with saplings and shrubs creating green corridors for endangered species. Our work with @InstitutoIPE is helping forests & communities flourish 💚

Women are key to restoration 🌳 We’ve worked with 300+ communities to grow 100M trees. Our approach? Adapting training to women’s schedules and introducing initiatives focusing on family well-being 🐓 True climate impact happens when we create opportunities with women in mind 💚

In the news 🗞️ A recent study has revealed that the world’s trees also absorb methane - a potent greenhouse gas that is 28 times stronger than carbon dioxide.  This gives us yet another reason to value forests in the climate fight. The importance of forests just keeps growing! 🌳

Abdulahy-si is an active member of our Ferlo project. Here the team is planting Baobab trees & Abdulahy-si shares his motivations: “We do this work to have better rain, enough feed for our livestock, and enough food.” Restoration isn’t just about the climate - it’s about people💚