Example of a nature-based solution
Phase 1: Collaborative Foundations (6 Months)
In Phase 1, the NaturePlus Consortium will build on its existing partnerships with 20 million farmers, expanding the reach of sustainable technologies and advancing commercialization efforts. Key activities include securing partnerships, establishing management systems, and forming dedicated teams such as the Core Team and Steering Committee. By strengthening relationships with global agencies, governments, and academic institutions, and gaining technology approvals, we are setting a solid foundation for future growth. A recent milestone is the approval of bio-fertilizer standards in Africa, which paves the way for broader adoption. During this phase, best practices will be reviewed, and joint technologies will be agreed upon to maximize Phase 2’s effectiveness. We aim to implement training across 7,000 villages, impacting 283,280 hectares and sequestering 12.3 million tonnes of carbon over four years, leading to significant economic uplift for farmers.
Phase 2: Scaling Up (18 Months)
In Phase 2, we will extend sustainable technologies to more communities, focusing on inclusivity by empowering over 500,000 disadvantaged and disabled individuals through employment and skills development. Our efforts will culminate in a global conference that promotes bio-fertilizers as the default option across 40 countries, driving worldwide commercial success for our partners. This phase will also tackle the reclamation of 50 million acres of degraded land and prevent 15 million tonnes of crop residue from being burned annually. We will continue to engage universities, influence policymakers, and trial new technologies, with plans to expand into South America and Central Europe. Key milestones include outreach to new partners, the use of satellite mapping for monitoring crop health, and organizing a UN, FAO, and WHO-sponsored conference. Success will be measured by improved crop yields, commercialization outcomes, and increased carbon sequestration.
Phase 3: Global Integration (36 Months)
Over the next three years, Phase 3 will focus on deeply embedding sustainable technologies within partner communities while expanding outreach to new regions. We aim to strengthen the global commercial landscape, attract additional donors, and increase media coverage to drive awareness. Key initiatives include hosting multiple conferences to champion a new farming paradigm, building robust value chains, reducing global farm waste, and working towards the reclamation of 250 million hectares of degraded land. Advanced satellite mapping will offer clear evidence of soil restoration and crop quality improvements, while field reports will highlight the health and economic benefits for communities. Our goal is to integrate these practices into university curricula worldwide and establish global standards for bio-products. We aim for 50% of governments to adopt nature-based solutions, transforming the lives of 300 million peasant farmers, with significant progress in health, equity, and inclusion for women and youth.
Long-term Sustainability
The adoption of biofertilizer will drive significant increases in agricultural yield, offering immediate economic benefits by boosting produce available for local markets and enhancing export potential. These higher outputs empower farming communities, increasing household incomes, generating employment, and strengthening food security. In the long term, biofertilizer supports environmental sustainability, creating resilient soils and reducing dependency on chemical fertilizers, which lowers costs and mitigates negative ecological impacts. With the biofertilizer market growing at an annual rate of 10%, this project is positioned to leverage market demand and promote sustained economic viability. This dual focus on short-term income generation and long-term environmental health fosters self-reliant, empowered communities. By investing in biofertilizer, communities not only meet local needs but also gain a valuable product with export potential, aligning with a sustainable economic growth model that benefits both local and regional markets.