The "Fake" Rainforest that pays for itself - BEYOND THE CANOPY (FULL EPISODE)

Welcome to Beyond the Canopy — the podcast by OpenForests, where nature takes center stage.
From climate finance to forest technologies, from policies to on-the-ground impact — we bring you bold conversations with those shaping the future of nature restoration and conservation.

In this episode, host Alexander is joined by Andreas Eke, co-founder of The Generation Forest, a pioneer in tropical forestry with over 30 years of experience.

Join us as we explore what makes a high-quality reforestation project. Andreas reveals how they've developed a unique model that blends ecological sustainability with economic viability, creating productive, biodiverse, and resilient forests. He discusses the concept of "engineered naturalness" and how their approach challenges traditional forestry methods.


Hit subscribe, join the conversation, and let's grow a movement beyond the canopy.
Find the transcript: https://openforests.com/media/videos/...

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
02:52 - What is an engineered ecosystem?
05:42 -The Importance of socially responsible forestry
08:15 - Bridging the gap between conservation and production
10:07 - Sustainable practices reduce financial risk
11:53 - How biodiversity fights pests
14:45 - Criteria for land selection
17:45 - Why diverse forests are resilient to fire
22:53 - The long-term economic model of The Generation Forest
32:12 - The open-source model
38:15 - The Future of forestry finance
42:13 - Ensuring ethical practices and community trust
46:09 - A message of hope for the future
48:07 - How to become a forest owner

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