Large deforested and degraded areas in Kalimantan need to be rehabilitated in a manner that the land contributes to the livelihoods of the local population while ensuring the provision of vital ecosystem services. This joint project with Fairventures Worldwide is funded by the German International Climate Initiative (ICI) and contributes to the Bonn Challenge. The Bonn Challenge is a global initiative that promotes Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR). The project develops a proof-of-concept for the rehabilitation of deforested lands in Kalimantan and contributes to the Bonn Challenge target. UNIQUE supported Fairventures Worldwide in demonstrating the technical feasibility of planting native tree species with local communities, and thereby enhancing the resilience of local farmers.

• Feasibility study on technical and economic aspects for selected species (site-species matching).
• Support in implementing the model on 300 hectares.
• Analysis of value chains and identification of options for potential products and markets.
• Concept for up-scaling, including consideration of options for attracting private sector investments.
• Conference facilitation to link relevant policy actors, potential investors and other stakeholders.