The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework sets an ambitious goal of restoring 30% of degraded land by 2030. While tree planting initiatives are growing, many of these efforts rely on non-native monocultures, which do not effectively restore biodiversity and may even harm ecosystems.
To address this, BGCI and global partners including CIFOR-ICRAF launched The Global Biodiversity Standard(TGBS), the most scientifically rigorous ecosystem restoration certification scheme.
Watch the video below to learn more on the The Global Biodiversity Standard(TGBS)
Global Useful Native Trees(GlobUNT)
To meet restoration targets and build biodiverse ecosystems, prioritizing diverse native species in tree planting projects is essential.
As part these efforts, CIFOR-ICRAF developed the Global Useful Native Trees (GlobUNT) database. This practical tool guides restoration and tree planting initiatives by identifying climate-resilient, diverse native species. It also highlights species suitability, ensuring that selected trees thrive in their specific environments and contribute to long-term ecosystem health and sustainability.
In the next section, we’ll explore how GlobUNT supports these and provides guidance for sustainable tree planting efforts.
TGBS Manual and Resources
The TGBS methodology is described in detail in the official TGBS Manual that can be downloaded from the website: https://www.biodiversitystandard.org/ . This manual is featured among a wide range of resources that were include in the Resource guide to Target 2 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, as was GlobUNT.