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
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Reforest the future.
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Restoring the world's native forests to address climate change, renew biodiverse ecosystems, and support thriving communities. Reforest the future.
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📣 Excited to share that both our CEO Yishan Wong and our Chief Sustainability Officer & VP of Climate Impact Jonathan Kim were named in this year’s #Worthy100 by Worth Media Group's Worth Magazine! This recognition celebrates 100 individuals who are rewriting industry standards and leading initiatives for good. The list spotlights innovators from diverse fields, spanning art, business, government, nonprofits, and philanthropy. We’re proud of our team’s recognition and that they share the list with such iconic changemakers. Congratulations, Yishan and Jonathan! Check out the full Worthy 100 list: https://lnkd.in/gWVsBBzV
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Terraformation has installed a low-cost wildfire early detection system at our Hawaiʻi pilot site. Forests have huge potential to draw down carbon—but when they burn, the effect flips and releases carbon. Both of those factors make it extremely important to protect them. Reliable early detection is key to smart forest fire management. While some fires are a natural part of healthy forest ecosystems, early detection is essential to smart forest fire management: containing the worst wildfires and protecting lives and property. But wildfire detection systems need to cover huge areas of land, so we need very low unit-costs while remaining highly reliable. Our AI-powered sensors, made by Dryad Networks, detect early indicators of fire and send an alert through a mesh network. It’s also fast: sensors can detect fires very early, buying time for suppression crews to arrive before they grow out of control. This can help protect not only forests, but people and homes. https://refore.st/3OkGnkT Terraformation is dedicated to global forest restoration to mitigate climate change. For project sponsors and forestry teams, early fire detection helps reduce risk and preserve progress. It helps us get closer to our goal of a reforested planet, faster. In Hawaiʻi, we’re keenly aware of the toll wildfires can take. The 2023 fires that devastated Maui are never far from our minds. We’re committed to restoring and protecting this land’s native biodiversity. We’re pleased with this nature tech solution and its potential for our reforestation projects in Hawaiʻi and across the globe. To learn how these sensors create an “internet of trees,” visit our blog! https://refore.st/3CCTE5T (Disclosure: Yishan is also an angel investor in Dryad)
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COP29 ended with mixed results: increased pledges of funding for climate action, but far short of what is needed. Get the key takeaways on the accomplishments and the work that lies ahead: https://refore.st/3Zhacrv
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Ghana’s Keta Lagoon mangroves were once the backbone of a strong fishing economy, a biodiverse habitat for endangered species, and a spectacular natural carbon sink for our planet. Today, deforestation and climate change are creating environmental turmoil — threatening livelihoods, fresh water, food security, and biodiversity. The ReDAW project offers hope: restoring a native mangrove ecosystem, creating sustainable livelihoods, and generating carbon credits to fund recovery. 🌱💧 Reducing and removing carbon is vital, especially for those on the forefront of the climate crisis. Nature-based solutions support a brighter future for communities, wildlife, and our climate. 💪🏼 Learn more about ReDAW: https://refore.st/3WI1jI3 #Reforestation #ClimateAction
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Attending the S&P Global Carbon Markets Conference in Barcelona 🇪🇸 ? Connect with Alessandro Spagarino, Terraformation's Climate Impact Advisor, to discuss your ESG goals and how biodiversity and restoration projects can help achieve them. Reach out today to schedule a meeting!
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Many #COP29 attendees were visiting Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 for the first time, but for Terraformation's Head of Business Development, Zara Huseynova, the conference in Baku marked a return to her home country and the city where she started her first business at age 18. Her story and perspective inspire us — and we bet they'll inspire you, too. 💚
Coming back to Baku for COP29 was truly special. Meeting so many familiar and dear people—was priceless. Many of you still know me as an entrepreneur and someone working with women and may not know why I was at COP29. Since I’m not very active on social media and don’t plan to be anytime soon, I thought I’d take a moment to summarize my journey and the shift I made to climate change work. Here’s an excerpt from my talk at COP29 to update you on where I am now professionally: “I’m Zara Huseynova, originally from Azerbaijan. I started my first business right here in Baku at 18 years old with just $200. I bootstrapped it, scaled it, and eventually went on to build seven more successful businesses in retail and education. One of the most important and dear to my heart was WoWoman, a social enterprise that trained over 10,000 women in skills ranging from programming to entrepreneurship, from soft skills to digital literacy. The goal was to equip women with the tools for financial independence, empowering them to have a voice and a choice in who they want to be and what they want to do. After years of operation, Facebook recognized us as one of the top 100 communities in the world, and Forbes included me in their ‘30 Under 30’ list as a social entrepreneur in Europe. Then COVID hit, and I also became a mom for the first time. Having that space to reflect, I realized it was time to direct my energy, resources, and time to The Mother—the one who feeds and nurtures us all: Mother Earth. That’s how I began my journey into reforestation and climate change, which has been my focus for the past four years.” I’m now working with Terraformation, a native forest restoration project developer. It’s a U.S.-based startup founded by Yishan Wong, the former CEO of Reddit, with projects in 15 countries. Our mission is to restore the planet’s forests to capture carbon, revitalize nature, and build thriving communities. I joined the company when it had fewer than 10 people, and now we’re a team of around 100. Drawing on my entrepreneurial and business development skills, I’ve worn many hats in the company, often being called a ‘Swiss knife’ person. Currently, I’m focused on building Strategic Partnerships. While it’s challenging at times to carry the weight of the problem we’re trying to solve, I remain hopeful. I believe there’s no other option but to push forward to protect this beautiful planet for future generations. What’s most present for me now is the question of how we can inspire more people to act and make decisions from a heart-centered place, not just from their heads. I believe this shift could help resolve much of the friction we face. What do you think?
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Terraformation's Alessandro Spagarino will be attending S&P Global's Carbon Markets Conference in Barcelona next week. With carbon markets rapidly evolving, this event is a critical platform to explore solutions, from scaling frameworks to enhancing the quality and integrity of carbon credits. Alessandro is eager to share insights and connect with fellow industry leaders about shaping the future of carbon markets. If you’re attending and want to discuss innovative approaches to biodiversity and restoration projects or learn more about our work, including why we are the recent winner of International Finance Forum (IFF)'s Global Green Finance Award Innovation Award, feel free to reach out!
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We are deeply honored to receive the IFF Global Green Finance Award Innovation Award from the International Finance Forum (IFF) in recognition of Terraformation's Seed to Carbon Forest Accelerator. This award is designed to foster green finance and growth, as well as green investment through global partnerships. These investments are urgently needed as global stakeholders work together to meet critical climate goals and achieve the vision of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). At Terraformation, our mission is driven by a powerful conviction: that nature is our greatest ally in the fight against climate change. By providing the tools and infrastructure needed for biodiverse and resilient forest restoration projects, foresting the future at scale is possible. It's up to us—finance leaders, global investors, government officials—to pave this path forward with vision, decisiveness, and commitment. At this event, we were encouraged to meet with so many exceptional government and corporate leaders who share our dedication to a healthy future for our planet and all who share it. Pictured are Ricky Fong, General Counsel, and Huey Lin, Special Projects Advisor for Terraformation. We extend our thanks to the IFF for their recognition of our Accelerator and for their work in promoting green finance. #IFF #greenfinance #SDGs #climateaction #climate
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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
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