This event will focus on the urgent global goal of restoring 1.5 billion hectares of land by 2030, with an emphasis on grasslands, savannahs and rangelands, which are essential for food security, biodiversity, and carbon sequestration. These ecosystems are increasingly under threat due to land conversion, degradation, and misguided afforestation efforts. The event will explore the intersection of finance, science, and partnerships to overcome key challenges in rangeland restoration, drawing on case studies and experiences from Kenya, Brazil, and other regions.

Drawing on a diverse range of experts, the event will examine how public and private sector financing can be better leveraged, how scientific monitoring plays a critical role in successful restoration, and how local communities can be empowered to sustainably manage their rangelands. By discussing lessons from ongoing projects, and lived experiences from pastoralist communities, the event aims to explore institutional and financial barriers that must be addressed to scale up restoration efforts.

Event Objectives:

• Explore how to enhance devolved finance for rangeland restoration.
• Identify how scientific monitoring can improve the effectiveness of restoration projects.
• Discuss the role of local communities in sustainable rangeland management and the synergies between livestock production and biodiversity conservation.
• Share lessons learned from restoration projects in Southern Kenya, USA, and beyond.