Climate and nature restoration at Langeland

On the Danish island of Langeland, Gubra Green is transforming former farmland into a mosaic landscape of diverse, connected natural habitats. Since 2021, the project has focused on restoring biodiversity by creating space for forests, wetlands, grasslands, and native species to recover and thrive in balanced ecosystems.

Initially covering 150 hectares, Gubra Green today owns and manages 69 hectares of the area.[MT31.1][VD31.2] The project includes more than 377,000 planted trees and shrubs, alongside restored ponds and open meadows. When the afforested area reaches maturity, it is expected to store approximately 12,591 tCO₂e at any given time, while strengthening habitats and ecological functions.

Nature restoration of this kind is critical in Denmark, where biodiversity and drinking water are under significant. By restoring ecosystems at scale, the project contributes to healthier landscapes, increased species richness, cleaner well-areas for drinking water, and long-term climate and nature impact.