OVERVIEW
The UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. And yet we are a nation of nature lovers.
Biodiversity levels have declined by more than 70% since 1970 and woodland cover is at 13.3%, compared to a European average of 38% (notwithstanding differences in population density). Tree cover in the UK is increasing but too slowly to meet our decarbonisation goals: the Government is failing to meet its target of 300,000 Ha per year, in order to reach net zero by 2050.
Britain also ranks bottom in Europe for nature connectedness. Out of 14 nations surveyed, UK citizens measured lowest for their oneness with the natural world.
Common works with local communities across the UK to help them buy and manage woodlands for nature recovery, protecting them for current and future generations.
Although our name suggests we focus on trees we are interested in support a range of different land uses from, regenerative agriculture, watercourses, agroforestry and habitat restoration.
THE COMMON MODEL
Communities have historically suffered disadvantage in land acquisition. Crowdfunding, in the development of which one of our founders, Franny Armstrong, played a pioneering role, has shifted this dynamic for good.
We simplify the process of crowdfunding for you. We’ll help you launch and accomplish a successful crowdfunding campaign, choose the right governance structure, and put your values and those of nature at the heart of a new community land company.
For each project, we call on a network of values-aligned investors and philanthropists to complete the funding commitments needed for a successful bid. Once acquired, we work with local leadership to develop enterprise and land management plans which best serve nature and local people.
Our science and research partners analyse the condition of the land and track the progress of the restoration work. Our team supports the launch of nature-positive revenue streams, which might include visitor activities, produce of the land, and carbon or biodiversity credits. The value we create is aligned with national and international commitments for nature restoration, carbon drawdown, and community resilience.
As the project progresses, we work with each project to report on the improved outcomes for wildlife and people, bolstering the case for further grants or impact investment. Throughout, we serve local characteristics and aspirations, welcoming wherever required national expertise on land management and community business, to help you and your land project to succeed.
Contact us today to see how we can help your landscape recovery project here.
OVERVIEW
The UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. And yet we are a nation of nature lovers.
Biodiversity levels have declined by more than 70% since 1970 and woodland cover is at 13.3%, compared to a European average of 38% (notwithstanding differences in population density). Tree cover in the UK is increasing but too slowly to meet our decarbonisation goals: the Government is failing to meet its target of 300,000 Ha per year, in order to reach net zero by...
