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From restoring coral to fire-proofing forests, repairing damaged ecosystems is possible and people are doing it successfully all over the planet.
A restored coral reef four years after installing Reef Stars.
A forest fire, dynamite explosion or just a simple axe can destroy a thriving, biodiverse landscape in a matter of seconds. Restoring damaged ecosystems to their original state is harder and takes longer — but countries are on the hook for solutions to do just that.
About 2 billion hectares of the planet have been damaged by human activities, an area larger than the size of Russia, according to the United Nations. Countries have committed to restoring 1 billion hectares of damaged land this decade. But to fulfill that promise, it’s crucial to understand what makes a good restoration project.