Skip to product information
1 of 1

Thomas Rudel

Reforesting the Earth: The Human Drivers of Forest Conservation, Restoration, and Expansion

Reforesting the Earth: The Human Drivers of Forest Conservation, Restoration, and Expansion

Dispatches within 7 to 10 working days
Regular price £91.49 GBP
Regular price £117.00 GBP Sale price £91.49 GBP
21% OFF Sold out
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

YOU SAVE £25.51

  • Condition: Brand new
  • UK Delivery times: Usually arrives within 2 - 3 working days
  • UK Shipping: Fee starts at £2.39. Subject to product weight & dimension
Trustpilot 4.5 stars rating  Excellent
We're rated excellent on Trustpilot.
  • More about Reforesting the Earth: The Human Drivers of Forest Conservation, Restoration, and Expansion

Forests are a natural solution to the climate crisis, but elite-driven reforestation initiatives have been disappointing. Thomas K. Rudel examines effective coalition-building strategies and organizational models that have protected, restored, and expanded forests around the world. He argues that successful reforestation projects bring together diverse groups of people with a stake in the land and a commitment to collective decision-making. Reforesting the Earth offers a guide to scaling up local efforts to sequester carbon and makes a powerful case for a global reforestation movement.

Format: Hardback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 05 September 2023
Publisher: Columbia University Press


Forests provide a natural solution to the climate crisis, offering a multifaceted approach to address environmental challenges. By conserving and expanding forests, we can effectively remove carbon from the atmosphere, while also safeguarding and promoting biodiversity. However, the outcomes of elite-driven reforestation initiatives have been disappointing, and deforestation continues to be a pressing issue in many world regions.

In his book "Reforesting the Earth," Thomas K. Rudel delves into a comprehensive examination of conservation and reforestation efforts across the globe. Through detailed analysis, Rudel sheds light on the social factors that contribute to successful reforestation projects. He highlights effective coalition-building strategies and organizational models that have protected, restored, and expanded forests in various parts of the world.

Rudel argues that successful reforestation efforts require the collaboration of diverse groups of people with a stake in the land and a commitment to collective decision-making. These groups include small farmers, Indigenous peoples, loggers, ranchers, government officials, NGO personnel, international donors, and climate activists. Each of these coalition members brings unique perspectives and interests to the table, and they work together to promote forests. Farmers limit the extent of land under cultivation, governments protect land tenure for smallholders, and wealthy donors make payments for environmental protections.

Reforesting the Earth is a timely and accessible guide that offers practical insights for scaling up local efforts to sequester carbon. It provides a compelling case for a global reforestation movement, emphasizing the importance of collective action and the potential for positive environmental change. By recognizing the social dimensions of reforestation and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders, we can work towards a more sustainable and resilient future for our planet.


Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780231210683

This item can be found in:

UK and International shipping information

UK Delivery and returns information:

  • Delivery within 2 - 3 days when ordering in the UK.
  • Shipping fee for UK customers from £2.39. Fully tracked shipping service available.
  • Returns policy: Return within 30 days of receipt for full refund.

International deliveries:

Shulph Ink now ships to Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Luxembourg Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Netherlands, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United States of America.

  • Delivery times: within 5 - 10 days for international orders.
  • Shipping fee: charges vary for overseas orders. Only tracked services are available for most international orders. Some countries have untracked shipping options.
  • Customs charges: If ordering to addresses outside the United Kingdom, you may or may not incur additional customs and duties fees during local delivery.
View full details