Recently from a meeting in Bonn between conservationists and politicians has launched a new plan to restore 150 million heactares of deforested and degraded forests. The target will not only help growth in economy but also fight climate change.

"Restoring 150 million hectares of degraded lands represents an exciting and largely untapped opportunity to create more jobs and economic growth, while also protecting our climate," said Göran Persson, a former Prime Minister of Sweden who will lead the New Global Restoration Council.

"Forest restoration is a big idea that carries many benefits. It will improve food security, enhance biodiversity, protect our climate, and generate jobs," added Manish Bapna, interim President for WRI, in a statement. "With this new 150 million hectare target... we have a great opportunity to take action that will enhance the resilience of people and nature."

Source: http://www.enn.com/ecosystems/article/43196