The 1t.org US Community Collaborative serves as a dedicated gathering hub for cross-sectoral leaders committed to the ambitious goal of conserving, restoring, and growing one trillion trees by 2030. We are united by a deep understanding that forests are not just trees; they are ecosystems that play a vital role for people, biodiversity, and the planet
Operating through thematic convenings on critical topics and emerging trends, our Collaborative fosters innovation, shares best practices, and mobilizes resources to tackle pressing challenges. By engaging stakeholders at all levels and promoting inclusive decision-making processes, we strive to ensure that our actions are socially and ecologically responsible, guided by principles of equity, justice, and sustainability.
Through capacity building, knowledge sharing, and fostering innovation, our sessions provide a dynamic platform for stakeholders to contribute expertise, collaborate on strategies, and align efforts toward our shared goals. Together, we believe that by working collaboratively and harnessing the power of nature-based solutions, we can make a meaningful difference in the fight against climate change, promote biodiversity, and enhance the resilience of ecosystems and communities in the US and worldwide.
To join the Collaborative, your organization can pledge the 1t.org US Chapter. Those interested in participating can attend sessions prior to pledging to better understand the value and potential contributions they can make. Connect with us 1t@americanforests.org for additional information or to propose a partnership opportunity.
Community Dialogue: Understanding the State of Biodiversity Markets & Natural Capital Evaluation
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 , 11:00-12:00 PM Eastern
Over half the world’s GDP is highly or moderately dependent on natural resources and services, and while most of the world’s top 500 companies have a climate target – only 5% have a target for biodiversity. Biodiversity finance is slowly emerging as a pathway to unlock new finance for measurable positive outcomes for nature and its stewards. Biodiversity credits offer verifiable, quantifiable and tradeable units of biodiversity restores or conserved – and while the voluntary market is developing, it could expand rapidly with the potential to reach $2 billion by 2030.
Join an interactive discussion co-hosted by the World Economic Forum’s Nature Action Agenda team for an introduction to this market where we will tackle questions like:
- How do you value and measure nature?
- What is happening in the biodiversity market today? Who are the key players and debates?
- How can organizations use biodiversity credits with integrity?
Speakers:
- Lindsey Prowse, Lead, North America & Youth Engagement at 1t.org
- Shivin Kohli, Lead, Financing for Nature, World Economic Forum
- Alessandro Valentini, Specialist, Sustainable Finance, World Economic Forum
This event is restricted to pledged entities. If you’re interested in pledging, you can get started here or reach out to the team.
Public Webinar: The Critical Need for Effective Conservation and Restoration
Thursday, May 9, 2024, 1:00-2:00 PM Eastern
Natural climate solutions (NCS) are critical to combatting climate change. Within the NCS hierarchy, protecting existing ecosystems is prioritized as it provides a quick, low-cost, high per-hectare mitigation benefit. Restoration is also a cost-effective carbon removal strategy if done correctly—although the full high potential benefits will not be realized immediately. Both of these strategies need urgent investment and resources to unlock their full potential.
Join the 1t.org US Chapter to review some of the foundational research and the latest guidance on effective conservation and restoration, and what questions you can ask when evaluating potential implementation projects.