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Alessia Cascione, Elliott James Ong, and Amélie Uhrig recently travelled to Lampung province, Indonesia, with RECOFTC to assess the feasibility of a new agroforestry project within local supply chains, such as coffee, cocoa, and pepper. This incredibly biodiverse region – home to Siamang gibbons, sun bears, and native orchids – is facing challenges from unsustainable agriculture.   NatureCo and RECOFTC are working together to develop a project that uses multipurpose trees to rehabilitate watersheds, restore ecological balance, and enhance ecosystem services while supporting sustainable livelihoods. During the trip, the team reinforced relationships with RECOFTC and local partners, conducted site visits to ground-truth eligibility and consult with communities, and engaged with government agencies to align the project with national priorities.   By combining science, community insights, and strong partnerships, we’re working towards a more sustainable and resilient future for Lampung’s landscapes and people. If you would like to get involved or find out more about this exciting initiative, get in touch via our website: natureco.earth #NatureCo #RECOFTC #naturebasedsolutions #communityforestry #positivechange #integrity #carbonmarkets Regan Pairojmahakij Gamma Galudra Yuyun Kurniawan Jessica Kesler

NatureCo has hit the ground running in 2025, making significant progress on an exciting community forest management project in Vidarbha, India. Through the restoration of degraded land, this project aims to improve livelihoods and increase climate resilience of vulnerable forest-dwelling communities in the area.   During their recent visit to the region, Alessia Cascione and Chandrakant Deokar collaborated closely with local stakeholders to drive early-stage project preparation. This included providing capacity building to our local partners, the Vidarbha Livelihood Forum (VLF), and engaging with the state government and local communities to better integrate local insights and priorities into the project’s design.   Are you interested in being involved in this impactful initiative? Let’s explore how we can work together to create lasting change – reach out today to discuss opportunities for partnership and support. natureco.earth   #NatureCo #VidarbhaLivelihoodForum #naturebasedsolutions #communityforestry #positivechange #integrity #carbonmarkets

In collaboration with NatureCo, Nación Verde is advancing forest conservation in Indigenous communities across Mexico. Through ecological restoration projects, we aim to strengthen local practices and promote long-term sustainability, preserving vital ecosystems. Learn more about this partnership and its impact here: https://lnkd.in/gEgit4mQ

Chandrakant Deokar’s recent visit to the Sundarbans, alongside Blueyou , Conservation International, and local partner JYDC (Joygopalpur Youth Development Centre), highlighted the transformative potential of integrating mangrove restoration with sustainable aquaculture. Conversations with local communities, farmers, and stakeholders revealed a powerful shared vision of blending traditional knowledge with innovative strategies to restore ecosystems and enhance livelihoods.   Mangroves play a critical role in carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation, and protecting coastal communities from climate impacts like storm surges and rising sea levels. As we continue project planning and engaging with local stakeholders, we are inspired by the potential to strengthen natural hydrology, improve water quality, restore native mangrove species, and support local communities.   The Sundarbans offer a unique opportunity to showcase how nature-based solutions can drive both environmental and economic outcomes. At NatureCo, we’re proud to collaborate with partners and local communities to shape a more optimistic future for people and our planet. www.natureco.earth René Benguerel Jonas Walker Nainika Singh Santhana Krishnan Alessia Cascione Chandrakant Deokar #NatureCo #naturebasedsolutions #mangroverestoration #positivechange #integrity #carbonmarkets

Mark Graeme and Verónica Moralez Paoli O. are currently in Mexico for a critical phase of the ‘Sustainable Forests for the Estado de Mexico’ project. This initiative aims to plant six million trees across more than 5,000 hectares of communal land in the Estado de Mexico, contributing to ecosystem restoration and community resilience.   During the trip, the team have been conducting field due diligence and strengthening relationships with key project partner, Nación Verde, to ensure the project’s success, leading to long-term positive impacts for people and nature.   We look forward to sharing more updates as this exciting project develops. natureco.earth #NatureCo #NacionVerde #naturebasedsolutions #positivechange #integrity #carbonmarkets

Promoting Livelihoods by Restoring Mangroves in the Sunderbans? It is always fruitful and fascinating to spend time in the field where the effects of human interaction with nature are directly visible: I am thankful for the opportunity to visit the Sunderbans, the world's largest mangrove ecosystem in the Bay of Bengal, where Conservation International Asia-Pacific and blue carbon developer NatureCo have been inviting me and Jonas Walker to evaluate the feasibility of integrated, restorative mangrove aquaculture in rural farming communities in Western Bengal, India. Together with our friend and shrimp farming expert Santhana Krishnan we visited rural fish farming communities which have been operating extensive fish and shrimp ponds for decades. The deforestation of these former mangrove areas goes back 250 years - and hence, is not a recent phenomenon, similar to the large scale deforestation of forest land in Europe. Clearly, the local farmers in the Sunderbans are struggling with diminishing returns as the natural productivity of barren ponds continues to decline and erosion is taking its toll. Its been refreshing and motivating to learn and see that local farmers are open and interested in new approaches, such as restoring mangroves on their farms, creating the basis for new, thriving aquatic food webs which can drive yields in these nature-based polyculture systems. Restoring mangroves in degraded intertidal ponds increases productivity and resilience by same time boosting farmer's income and capturing carbon. A triple win for people and planet! Thanks to Chandrakant Deokar and Nainika Singh for organizing this promising and insightful field mission! #restorativefarming #mangroves #restorativemangroveaquaculture #bluecarbon

Last week, Alessia Cascione attended the Business Partnerships Platform’s Climate Investment Networking Day held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, where she presented the exciting and impactful work NatureCo is doing in the region.   Bringing together over 100 of Vietnam’s leading climate innovators, impact investors, government officials, and carbon market leaders, this unique event fostered new opportunities for collaboration, with a shared goal of unlocking innovations to support Vietnam’s emerging carbon markets and advance its green growth agenda.   The event provided a valuable platform to form meaningful and aligned connections as we continue to work towards creating a more optimistic future for our planet and people. To find out more about NatureCo and our approach, visit our website and get in touch today: https://natureco.earth/ #NatureCo #DFATBpp #positivechange #naturebasedsolutions #carbonmarket

🔔 Report launch announcement 🔔   We are pleased to announce the release of our new report, 'Opportunities for the private sector to invest in nature-based carbon projects in Vietnam', officially launched at the BPP Climate Investment Networking Day yesterday in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.   Prepared by NatureCo with support from the Business Partnerships Platform and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, this report outlines key opportunities for private sector investment in nature-based carbon solutions in Vietnam, highlighting the critical role businesses can play in accelerating climate action, protecting biodiversity, and supporting local communities.   A huge thank you to our partners CIFOR-ICRAF, Flinders University, Cooper Energy, Center for Nature Conservation and Development, One Tree Planted, and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, for their valuable contribution to this important resource. Click here to access the report: http://bit.ly/4hw9PSv    #NatureCo #DFATBpp #positivechange #naturebasedsolutions #carbonmarket

Filipe Silveira will be representing NatureCo at the Brazilian Climate and Carbon Conference (BCCC) this week, promoted by Aliança Brasil Nature-based Solutions. Held in São Paulo on October 15th-16th, this event provides a great opportunity to discuss the future of nature-based carbon projects in the country, and furthers our commitment to restoring Brazil’s landscapes to create lasting positive outcomes for people, nature, and climate. If you will be attending and would like to meet, be sure to reach out to Filipe; or you can find out more about NatureCo and our approach to delivering high-integrity land and ecosystem restoration projects here: natureco.earth #NatureCo #BCCC #naturebasedsolutions #positivechange #integrity #carbonmarkets

Reflecting on the Global Nature Positive Summit 2024, it’s clear that bold collaboration and innovation are key to a sustainable future. At NatureCo, we’re proud to be at the forefront of these conversations, leading the way in creating positive change for our planet and people. Here are some of our key takeaways from the summit: 📢 Invite Indigenous voices to the table: With their deep understanding of the land and generations of environmental stewardship, Indigenous peoples and local communities play a vital role in shaping a nature-positive future. Their voices must be recognized and valued. Achieving meaningful progress depends on ensuring these communities have a seat at the decision-making table, where they are empowered to lead, share their knowledge, and drive actions that will shape a resilient future. 🌿Lean into radical collaboration for greater impact: Collaboration and strong partnerships are more important than ever. We need to recognize that we are all working towards a shared vision of a healthy planet and future for all. It’s time to recognize that progress and finding solutions will require us to join forces; to share information and lessons and build on existing knowledge and experiences - perhaps through unusual or radical partnerships - rather than replicating and competing. 🌍 Embrace the interconnection of nature and climate: The world needs to move away from the ‘climate now, nature next’ approach. Tackling climate change and nature repair together is essential. Net zero and nature-positive goals should be aligned to create a more integrated, holistic approach, leading to more effective and scalable solutions. 🤝 Build trust and impact through transparency: Open, respectful communication fosters trust, strengthens long-term partnerships, and drives lasting impact. Developing clear, consistent metrics - standardizing them where possible - is key for widespread understanding, measuring, and reporting outcomes. It's equally important to be transparent about differing stakeholder expectations, use clear and inclusive language, and prioritize capacity building. Through bold and collaborative partnerships, integrated action, and innovative approaches, NatureCo is creating enduring benefits for climate, nature, and people. Get in touch with us today to find out how we can work together to ensure a nature-positive future. natureco.earth #NatureCo #GlobalNaturePositiveSummit #positivechange #naturebasedsolutions #carbonmarkets