At #UNCCDCOP16Riyadh, CIFOR-ICRAF’s Ermias Aynekulu Betemariam highlights the importance of taking a holistic approach to evaluating the benefits of landscape restoration. When we measure sustainable land management—including agroforestry and forestry interventions—from a single perspective, such as soil health, biodiversity, or income, we miss the bigger picture. But when we adopt a holistic economic evaluation, the benefits are undeniable: For every dollar invested, returns range from 7% to 30%—a compelling case for scaling up restoration efforts.
