OpenForests
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We make Impact Visible for People & Nature
Building digital tools for transparent, data-driven nature restoration.
Proud founders of explorer.land
Building digital tools for transparent, data-driven nature restoration.
Proud founders of explorer.land
Do you actually know where your Christmas tree is coming from?
The majority of seeds for Christmas tree production originate in Georgia. There, cone pickers climb pine trees up to 30 meters high and collect seeds in dangerous and rudimentary conditions.
Not really in the Christmas spirit.
The majority of seeds for Christmas tree production originate in Georgia. There, cone pickers climb pine trees up to 30 meters high and collect seeds in dangerous and rudimentary conditions.
Not really in the Christmas spirit.
December 2, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Do you actually know where your Christmas tree is coming from?
The majority of seeds for Christmas tree production originate in Georgia. There, cone pickers climb pine trees up to 30 meters high and collect seeds in dangerous and rudimentary conditions.
Not really in the Christmas spirit.
The majority of seeds for Christmas tree production originate in Georgia. There, cone pickers climb pine trees up to 30 meters high and collect seeds in dangerous and rudimentary conditions.
Not really in the Christmas spirit.
The Impact Festival may be over but the great energy, exchanges and encounters stay with us.
Together with Green Account, represented by Nina Winter-Labinsky, we hosted a Beer & Pretzels meetup on Wednesday, which has been a great chance to chat with so many inspiring people.
Together with Green Account, represented by Nina Winter-Labinsky, we hosted a Beer & Pretzels meetup on Wednesday, which has been a great chance to chat with so many inspiring people.
December 1, 2025 at 11:52 AM
The Impact Festival may be over but the great energy, exchanges and encounters stay with us.
Together with Green Account, represented by Nina Winter-Labinsky, we hosted a Beer & Pretzels meetup on Wednesday, which has been a great chance to chat with so many inspiring people.
Together with Green Account, represented by Nina Winter-Labinsky, we hosted a Beer & Pretzels meetup on Wednesday, which has been a great chance to chat with so many inspiring people.
Let’s pause and think about it.
We initially planned to talk about Black Friday and highlight its terrible effect on the planet. But let’s be honest, promotions started weeks ago already.
Black Friday morphed into Cyber Monday into Cyber Week into Black November. A full month of promotions.
We initially planned to talk about Black Friday and highlight its terrible effect on the planet. But let’s be honest, promotions started weeks ago already.
Black Friday morphed into Cyber Monday into Cyber Week into Black November. A full month of promotions.
November 28, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Let’s pause and think about it.
We initially planned to talk about Black Friday and highlight its terrible effect on the planet. But let’s be honest, promotions started weeks ago already.
Black Friday morphed into Cyber Monday into Cyber Week into Black November. A full month of promotions.
We initially planned to talk about Black Friday and highlight its terrible effect on the planet. But let’s be honest, promotions started weeks ago already.
Black Friday morphed into Cyber Monday into Cyber Week into Black November. A full month of promotions.
Look for the booth AB2 and pass by to say hello. We can also talk about nature based solutions, climate change or GIS geodata, if you insist. ;)
And don’t forget our Beers & Bretzels event hosted together with @Green Account tomorrow!
⏰Tuesday 26th, 5 PM, at our booth n°AB2.
Don’t miss it!
And don’t forget our Beers & Bretzels event hosted together with @Green Account tomorrow!
⏰Tuesday 26th, 5 PM, at our booth n°AB2.
Don’t miss it!
November 26, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Look for the booth AB2 and pass by to say hello. We can also talk about nature based solutions, climate change or GIS geodata, if you insist. ;)
And don’t forget our Beers & Bretzels event hosted together with @Green Account tomorrow!
⏰Tuesday 26th, 5 PM, at our booth n°AB2.
Don’t miss it!
And don’t forget our Beers & Bretzels event hosted together with @Green Account tomorrow!
⏰Tuesday 26th, 5 PM, at our booth n°AB2.
Don’t miss it!
We’re at the Impact Festival, and we’re waiting for you!
Thilo Herbst and Alexander Watson are already in the starting blocks and ready for interesting conversation, inspiring encounters and new perspectives.
Let’s have a talk about local restoration projects and how you can contribute to them.
Thilo Herbst and Alexander Watson are already in the starting blocks and ready for interesting conversation, inspiring encounters and new perspectives.
Let’s have a talk about local restoration projects and how you can contribute to them.
November 26, 2025 at 12:36 PM
We’re at the Impact Festival, and we’re waiting for you!
Thilo Herbst and Alexander Watson are already in the starting blocks and ready for interesting conversation, inspiring encounters and new perspectives.
Let’s have a talk about local restoration projects and how you can contribute to them.
Thilo Herbst and Alexander Watson are already in the starting blocks and ready for interesting conversation, inspiring encounters and new perspectives.
Let’s have a talk about local restoration projects and how you can contribute to them.
A couple of weeks ago, we met the amazing team from LandScale, a coalition led by the Rainforest Alliance and Conservation International, to kick-start a powerful collaboration for landscape sustainability.
A big thanks to all the participants for the inspiring discussions.
A big thanks to all the participants for the inspiring discussions.
November 18, 2025 at 2:44 PM
A couple of weeks ago, we met the amazing team from LandScale, a coalition led by the Rainforest Alliance and Conservation International, to kick-start a powerful collaboration for landscape sustainability.
A big thanks to all the participants for the inspiring discussions.
A big thanks to all the participants for the inspiring discussions.
Logging and unsustainable agricultural practices and devastating cyclones threaten the Tsiatosika Forest, in southeast Madagascar.
While local communities depend heavily on this forest for food and livelihoods, the impact of these activities causes soil erosion, which exacerbates food insecurity.
While local communities depend heavily on this forest for food and livelihoods, the impact of these activities causes soil erosion, which exacerbates food insecurity.
November 7, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Logging and unsustainable agricultural practices and devastating cyclones threaten the Tsiatosika Forest, in southeast Madagascar.
While local communities depend heavily on this forest for food and livelihoods, the impact of these activities causes soil erosion, which exacerbates food insecurity.
While local communities depend heavily on this forest for food and livelihoods, the impact of these activities causes soil erosion, which exacerbates food insecurity.
Discovering and Protecting the Dry Tropical Forest (Bosque Seco Tropical): This vital, yet critically threatened, ecosystem in the Colombian Caribbean is a key habitat for endemic species like the cotton-top tamarin (tití cabeciblanco).
November 4, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Discovering and Protecting the Dry Tropical Forest (Bosque Seco Tropical): This vital, yet critically threatened, ecosystem in the Colombian Caribbean is a key habitat for endemic species like the cotton-top tamarin (tití cabeciblanco).
Lion Rouge is developing the Grand Maka Yop “Big 5” conservation project to restore 35,000 hectares and create the largest private wildlife reserve in West Africa.
The project recently reached an important milestone by completing the tree planting on its initial 10 hectare pilot site.
The project recently reached an important milestone by completing the tree planting on its initial 10 hectare pilot site.
October 24, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Lion Rouge is developing the Grand Maka Yop “Big 5” conservation project to restore 35,000 hectares and create the largest private wildlife reserve in West Africa.
The project recently reached an important milestone by completing the tree planting on its initial 10 hectare pilot site.
The project recently reached an important milestone by completing the tree planting on its initial 10 hectare pilot site.
It’s rare for any impactful project to be the result of a solo effort: it is usually driven by several partners.
That’s why, on explorer.land, we’ve made it simple to highlight every stakeholder and collaborator: authorities, communities, research institutes, NGOs, philanthropists, or sponsors.
That’s why, on explorer.land, we’ve made it simple to highlight every stakeholder and collaborator: authorities, communities, research institutes, NGOs, philanthropists, or sponsors.
October 21, 2025 at 2:23 PM
It’s rare for any impactful project to be the result of a solo effort: it is usually driven by several partners.
That’s why, on explorer.land, we’ve made it simple to highlight every stakeholder and collaborator: authorities, communities, research institutes, NGOs, philanthropists, or sponsors.
That’s why, on explorer.land, we’ve made it simple to highlight every stakeholder and collaborator: authorities, communities, research institutes, NGOs, philanthropists, or sponsors.
The IUCN Forum 2025 is over, but its inspiring ripple effects are still being felt! The message is clear: the cost of inaction is far greater than the cost of action. We're ready for bold moves!
#OpenForests #IUCNForum #TimeForAction
#OpenForests #IUCNForum #TimeForAction
October 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The IUCN Forum 2025 is over, but its inspiring ripple effects are still being felt! The message is clear: the cost of inaction is far greater than the cost of action. We're ready for bold moves!
#OpenForests #IUCNForum #TimeForAction
#OpenForests #IUCNForum #TimeForAction
What happens when a community decides to build a barrier against the desert?
A fierce battle is taking place on the edge of the Tigray. The desert is aggressively expanding, but the Desa’a team led by @weforest.bsky.social t and local communities are matching its pace.
A fierce battle is taking place on the edge of the Tigray. The desert is aggressively expanding, but the Desa’a team led by @weforest.bsky.social t and local communities are matching its pace.
October 10, 2025 at 8:53 AM
What happens when a community decides to build a barrier against the desert?
A fierce battle is taking place on the edge of the Tigray. The desert is aggressively expanding, but the Desa’a team led by @weforest.bsky.social t and local communities are matching its pace.
A fierce battle is taking place on the edge of the Tigray. The desert is aggressively expanding, but the Desa’a team led by @weforest.bsky.social t and local communities are matching its pace.
EUDR: Are you ready for the supply chain overhaul?
Last week, despite news of a potential one-year postponement of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) application, @Isabell Rzepecki proudly represented us at the Business Forum on Deforestation-Free Supply Chains in Bonn.
Last week, despite news of a potential one-year postponement of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) application, @Isabell Rzepecki proudly represented us at the Business Forum on Deforestation-Free Supply Chains in Bonn.
October 8, 2025 at 8:35 AM
EUDR: Are you ready for the supply chain overhaul?
Last week, despite news of a potential one-year postponement of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) application, @Isabell Rzepecki proudly represented us at the Business Forum on Deforestation-Free Supply Chains in Bonn.
Last week, despite news of a potential one-year postponement of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) application, @Isabell Rzepecki proudly represented us at the Business Forum on Deforestation-Free Supply Chains in Bonn.
Calling all tree-planting innovators! 🌳🌳🌳
Ecosia is looking for new projects to fund through its Circular Funding model.
Got a project that involves tree planting and generating revenues? Ecosia is looking for you!
Here is how Circular funding works ⬇️⬇️
#Sustainability #Agroforestry #TreePlanting
Ecosia is looking for new projects to fund through its Circular Funding model.
Got a project that involves tree planting and generating revenues? Ecosia is looking for you!
Here is how Circular funding works ⬇️⬇️
#Sustainability #Agroforestry #TreePlanting
September 25, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Calling all tree-planting innovators! 🌳🌳🌳
Ecosia is looking for new projects to fund through its Circular Funding model.
Got a project that involves tree planting and generating revenues? Ecosia is looking for you!
Here is how Circular funding works ⬇️⬇️
#Sustainability #Agroforestry #TreePlanting
Ecosia is looking for new projects to fund through its Circular Funding model.
Got a project that involves tree planting and generating revenues? Ecosia is looking for you!
Here is how Circular funding works ⬇️⬇️
#Sustainability #Agroforestry #TreePlanting
We’re really excited to be a part of Wildya's September masterclass series!
A huge thanks to Oliver Dauert for the invitation. Wildya is a community-focused project dedicated to helping ecopreneurs turn their "wild ideas" into real-world impact.
A huge thanks to Oliver Dauert for the invitation. Wildya is a community-focused project dedicated to helping ecopreneurs turn their "wild ideas" into real-world impact.
September 23, 2025 at 10:40 AM
We’re really excited to be a part of Wildya's September masterclass series!
A huge thanks to Oliver Dauert for the invitation. Wildya is a community-focused project dedicated to helping ecopreneurs turn their "wild ideas" into real-world impact.
A huge thanks to Oliver Dauert for the invitation. Wildya is a community-focused project dedicated to helping ecopreneurs turn their "wild ideas" into real-world impact.
What if you had an attribute so desirable that it cost you your life? This is sadly the case for various animal species which, in addition to the threat on their habitat, are in danger of extinction due to poaching.
Rhinos are one of the most striking examples of it.
Rhinos are one of the most striking examples of it.
September 22, 2025 at 12:19 PM
What if you had an attribute so desirable that it cost you your life? This is sadly the case for various animal species which, in addition to the threat on their habitat, are in danger of extinction due to poaching.
Rhinos are one of the most striking examples of it.
Rhinos are one of the most striking examples of it.
Happy International Red Panda Day!
Beyond their appearance, these adorable creatures play an essential role in Himalayan ecosystems. By pruning bamboo and moving through the trees, they help keep mountain forests healthy.
#InternationalRedPandaDay #RedPanda #Conservation #Nepal
Beyond their appearance, these adorable creatures play an essential role in Himalayan ecosystems. By pruning bamboo and moving through the trees, they help keep mountain forests healthy.
#InternationalRedPandaDay #RedPanda #Conservation #Nepal
September 19, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Happy International Red Panda Day!
Beyond their appearance, these adorable creatures play an essential role in Himalayan ecosystems. By pruning bamboo and moving through the trees, they help keep mountain forests healthy.
#InternationalRedPandaDay #RedPanda #Conservation #Nepal
Beyond their appearance, these adorable creatures play an essential role in Himalayan ecosystems. By pruning bamboo and moving through the trees, they help keep mountain forests healthy.
#InternationalRedPandaDay #RedPanda #Conservation #Nepal
Masterclass: Maps that change the restoration landscape
You're working on a nature-based project ? How do you bring your on-the-ground impact to light so people can see and support your mission? So funders can help you grow?
🗓️September 30
⏰7 – 8 pm CET
➕ More info: wildya.earth/blog/ecopren...
You're working on a nature-based project ? How do you bring your on-the-ground impact to light so people can see and support your mission? So funders can help you grow?
🗓️September 30
⏰7 – 8 pm CET
➕ More info: wildya.earth/blog/ecopren...
September 15, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Masterclass: Maps that change the restoration landscape
You're working on a nature-based project ? How do you bring your on-the-ground impact to light so people can see and support your mission? So funders can help you grow?
🗓️September 30
⏰7 – 8 pm CET
➕ More info: wildya.earth/blog/ecopren...
You're working on a nature-based project ? How do you bring your on-the-ground impact to light so people can see and support your mission? So funders can help you grow?
🗓️September 30
⏰7 – 8 pm CET
➕ More info: wildya.earth/blog/ecopren...
One of the most biodiverse countries on the planet, Colombia faces threats such as wildlife trafficking and deforestation.
By sparking interest in learning about their forest and its biodiversity, Envol Vert strengthens communities' sense of belonging and so, their desire to protect their forest.
By sparking interest in learning about their forest and its biodiversity, Envol Vert strengthens communities' sense of belonging and so, their desire to protect their forest.
September 10, 2025 at 9:59 AM
One of the most biodiverse countries on the planet, Colombia faces threats such as wildlife trafficking and deforestation.
By sparking interest in learning about their forest and its biodiversity, Envol Vert strengthens communities' sense of belonging and so, their desire to protect their forest.
By sparking interest in learning about their forest and its biodiversity, Envol Vert strengthens communities' sense of belonging and so, their desire to protect their forest.
As part of its Programa Bosque Seco Tropical project, Envol Vert organizes bird and monkey watching excursions, as well as photo trapping workshops for local communities in the Colombian Caribbean.
During the last visit, the participants get to observe 11 species of birds and 4 species of primates.
During the last visit, the participants get to observe 11 species of birds and 4 species of primates.
September 10, 2025 at 9:59 AM
As part of its Programa Bosque Seco Tropical project, Envol Vert organizes bird and monkey watching excursions, as well as photo trapping workshops for local communities in the Colombian Caribbean.
During the last visit, the participants get to observe 11 species of birds and 4 species of primates.
During the last visit, the participants get to observe 11 species of birds and 4 species of primates.
It's home to 33 million people and provides a rich source of biodiversity that regulates our global climate.🧍🏽🐆
While the Amazon faces threats from logging and other activities, there are organizations and initiatives working to protect and restore this vital biome. Discover them on explorer.land.
While the Amazon faces threats from logging and other activities, there are organizations and initiatives working to protect and restore this vital biome. Discover them on explorer.land.
September 8, 2025 at 11:49 AM
It's home to 33 million people and provides a rich source of biodiversity that regulates our global climate.🧍🏽🐆
While the Amazon faces threats from logging and other activities, there are organizations and initiatives working to protect and restore this vital biome. Discover them on explorer.land.
While the Amazon faces threats from logging and other activities, there are organizations and initiatives working to protect and restore this vital biome. Discover them on explorer.land.
On Friday , Brazil celebrated Amazon Day, a reminder of the forest's critical role for our planet.💚
Spanning across 9 countries and 6.7 million square kilometers, the Amazon represents 60% of Brazil's territory.🌴
#biodiversity #rainforest #amazon #deforestation
Spanning across 9 countries and 6.7 million square kilometers, the Amazon represents 60% of Brazil's territory.🌴
#biodiversity #rainforest #amazon #deforestation
September 8, 2025 at 11:49 AM
On Friday , Brazil celebrated Amazon Day, a reminder of the forest's critical role for our planet.💚
Spanning across 9 countries and 6.7 million square kilometers, the Amazon represents 60% of Brazil's territory.🌴
#biodiversity #rainforest #amazon #deforestation
Spanning across 9 countries and 6.7 million square kilometers, the Amazon represents 60% of Brazil's territory.🌴
#biodiversity #rainforest #amazon #deforestation