Restoring landscapes to life
We are a community with a clear vision: make landscape restoration normal. This platform is a space to combine forces, share lessons learnt and inspire each other to make our vision a reality.
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I'm new here Log inWhat is the 4 Returns framework?
To create transformative change, we need a common language and a practical framework. 4 Returns is a science-based framework that is proven in practice. It transforms degraded ecosystems by focusing on 4 key returns over the course of a single generation, or 20 years. Here are some resources to introduce you to the 4 Returns framework. Learn about applying the 4 Returns framework in practice in the 4 Returns Guidebook.
Where can I start learning?
Find these and other courses in our courses page to learn about a landscape approach, regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, stakeholder engagement, landscape finance, and more. To learn about the 4 Returns framework, we recommend the courses 'A business approach to sustainable landscape restoration' and 'Business model innovation for sustainable landscape restoration'.
A Business Approach to Sustainable Landscape Restoration
courses
24 hours over 8 weeks
doing business, restoring nature
Business Model Innovation for Sustainable Landscape Restoration
courses
26 hours over 8 weeks
doing business, restoring nature
Principles of Sustainable Finance
courses
4 weeks, in total 17 hours to complete
doing business, finding funds, governance and stewardship, restoring nature
What are examples of the 4 Returns framework put into practice?
This is how some teams are putting words into action in landscapes around the world. Learn how they are applying the 4 Returns framework in different contexts.
Rehabilitating the Langkloof and Baviaanskloof catchments
landscapes
South Africa (Eastern Cape)
doing business, mobilising people, restoring nature
Caring for Country in Western Australia
landscapes
Australia (Western Australia)
Active since: 2015
finding funds, inspiring community, learning and impact, mobilising people, partnering, regenerating farms, restoring nature
Landscape restoration in India
landscapes
India (Chhattisgarh)
Active since: 2019
doing business, inspiring community, mobilising people, regenerating farms, restoring nature