The socio-ecological and politico-economic dynamics of ecological restoration through tree planting schemes in the global South

This project examines the expansion of tree-planting schemes that aim to support ecological restoration in the global South. From a local and global perspective, the project studies the role of different actors, including local communities, companies, states, and international development cooperation and financing agencies, in advancing the expansion of tree-planting schemes. In-depth case studies are provided based on field research in Ethiopia, Madagascar, Mozambique, and Brazil. The results from the case studies contribute to a broader analysis of the global trends of ecological restoration. Particular attention is paid to North-South financing flows, and the role of Finland and the EU. By analyzing economic and political governance mechanisms and concrete projects on the ground, the project produces knowledge that enhances our abilities to address the multiple global crises of climate change, ecological collapses, food production, social inequalities and poverty.