A deep dive into our commitment to restore native lands
In this article, we will focus on our mission to restore endangered biomes as outlined in our first strategic pillar: nature-positive innovation.
Our inaugural environmental sustainability and governance report brings to light remarkable stories from Envu offices around the world. In this article, we will focus on our mission to restore endangered biomes as outlined in our first strategic pillar: nature-positive innovation.
Our first strategic pillar to “Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.”
Nature-positive innovation encompasses how we are enhancing biodiversity and helping the ecosystem flourish by controlling invasive species and pests, restoring native forests and rangelands, and using solutions and digital technologies to optimize product usage.
We are lucky to have a diverse range of expertise leading the charge to positively make our customers’ lives better while improving the natural resources and environments where Envu operates. Envu Vegetation Management teams play a crucial role in achieving nature-positive objectives like restoring native forests and rangelands.
In our first ESG report, we outline our objective to accelerate impact and contribute to global restoration goals, such as those set by the Atlantic Forest Restoration Pact. In 2009, the Atlantic Forest Restoration Pact was formed with the goal of restoring more than 15 million hectares of Atlantic Forest by 2050. We are proud to partner with the Atlantic Forest Restoration Pact and its 350 members to restore one of the world’s most endangered biomes.
Since 2021, Envu has contributed directly to the restoration of 1,500 hectares through its vegetation management expertise and its product solution innovation (Envu, 2023, p. 41.). At this time, only 12% of the original tropical Atlantic Forest on the eastern coast of Brazil remains. Collective action is necessary to preserve and restore natural land.
Fabricio Gomes de Oliveira Sebok, solution development lead - Latin America, is one of many team members around the world who are delivering 360 innovation to restore endangered biomes. Gomes de Oliveira Sebok shared his insights as to the state of the industry and what we might see in the future.
Q: In your opinion, what is the greatest threat to forest restoration at this time?
A: The greatest threat to forest restoration today is climate change, which disrupts ecosystems and complicates the recovery of restored areas. This threat is worsened by deforestation, land-use conflicts and invasive species. Despite these challenges, targeted solutions for forest protection can significantly accelerate ecological processes. The creation of these solutions is complex due to the vast diversity of species and environments, from Brazil's tropical forests to U.S. rangelands to pine invasions in New Zealand. In Brazil, where we lead in forest plantation management, we are also advancing solutions for effective native forest restoration. With the Brazilian commitment aiming to restore 12 million hectares by 2030 under the Bonn Challenge and 21 million hectares to meet the Forest Code, there is an urgent need to scale and enhance reforestation efforts with effective technology and tools. Modern vegetation control interventions, like those using indaziflam, play a crucial role in accelerating biomass generation and improving native biodiversity while also reducing costs.
Q: How has vegetation management changed in your career so far?
A: Vegetation management has evolved from merely controlling unwanted plants to focusing on ecological balance and sustainability. Today, there is a greater emphasis on biodiversity, soil health and technology integration. Developing effective solutions has been complex due to the diversity of ecosystems, across the globe. Advances in herbicide technology, including indaziflam, have shown significant benefits in these areas. Additionally, other herbicide molecules have been used effectively in similar ecosystems, achieving restoration goals with fewer applications and improving overall efficiency and resilience.
Q: How can global companies, like Envu, support forest restoration goals moving forward?
A: Global companies like Envu can support forest restoration by investing in innovative products that enhance natural recovery processes. Our solutions with indaziflam effectively support native forest restoration, and other herbicide molecules have shown similar potential in diverse ecosystems outside Brazil. Companies can also form partnerships with local communities, promote sustainable practices and advocate for stronger environmental policies. By leveraging our expertise and resources, we can address the specific needs of various ecosystems and make a significant impact on global restoration efforts.
Q: How do you see forest restoration practices evolving over the next decade?
A: Over the next decade, forest restoration practices are expected to become more advanced and technology-driven, with tools such as remote sensing, drones, and AI-enhancing project monitoring and management. There will be an increased reliance on targeted products, like ForDor® and Esplanade® which can accelerate biomass generation and reduce costs. Additionally, other herbicide molecules have shown similar potential in diverse ecosystems outside Brazil. The approach will remain holistic, considering entire ecosystems and involving local communities to develop resilient strategies that address climate change challenges across various environments.
Q: What is the one thing you want people to know about your work and why?
A: I want people to understand that my work goes beyond vegetation management to make a significant impact on global restoration and sustainability. The solutions we develop are designed to enhance ecological processes, accelerate recovery and improve ecosystem resilience. Despite the challenges of working in diverse habitats, such as U.S. rangelands and pine-invaded areas in New Zealand, our efforts in Brazil are crucial for advancing reforestation. Additionally, the use of other herbicide molecules in similar ecosystems outside Brazil underscores the broad applicability of our approach. Our work is essential for benefiting the environment today and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
As we reflect on recent efforts in this space and look to the future, Envu continues to show its commitment to advancing healthy environments and supporting global biodiversity through innovative solutions and dedicated stewardship. Vegetation management efforts are not just about restoring landscapes — they are about revitalizing ecosystems and empowering communities to thrive alongside nature.
Together, we can ensure that nature and society not only coexist but also flourish, creating a legacy of environmental stewardship for generations to come.
Our first strategic pillar to “Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.”
Nature-positive innovation encompasses how we are enhancing biodiversity and helping the ecosystem flourish by controlling invasive species and pests, restoring native forests and rangelands, and using solutions and digital technologies to optimize product usage.
We are lucky to have a diverse range of expertise leading the charge to positively make our customers’ lives better while improving the natural resources and environments where Envu operates. Envu Vegetation Management teams play a crucial role in achieving nature-positive objectives like restoring native forests and rangelands.
In our first ESG report, we outline our objective to accelerate impact and contribute to global restoration goals, such as those set by the Atlantic Forest Restoration Pact. In 2009, the Atlantic Forest Restoration Pact was formed with the goal of restoring more than 15 million hectares of Atlantic Forest by 2050. We are proud to partner with the Atlantic Forest Restoration Pact and its 350 members to restore one of the world’s most endangered biomes.
Since 2021, Envu has contributed directly to the restoration of 1,500 hectares through its vegetation management expertise and its product solution innovation (Envu, 2023, p. 41.). At this time, only 12% of the original tropical Atlantic Forest on the eastern coast of Brazil remains. Collective action is necessary to preserve and restore natural land.
Fabricio Gomes de Oliveira Sebok, solution development lead - Latin America, is one of many team members around the world who are delivering 360 innovation to restore endangered biomes. Gomes de Oliveira Sebok shared his insights as to the state of the industry and what we might see in the future.
Q: In your opinion, what is the greatest threat to forest restoration at this time?
A: The greatest threat to forest restoration today is climate change, which disrupts ecosystems and complicates the recovery of restored areas. This threat is worsened by deforestation, land-use conflicts and invasive species. Despite these challenges, targeted solutions for forest protection can significantly accelerate ecological processes. The creation of these solutions is complex due to the vast diversity of species and environments, from Brazil's tropical forests to U.S. rangelands to pine invasions in New Zealand. In Brazil, where we lead in forest plantation management, we are also advancing solutions for effective native forest restoration. With the Brazilian commitment aiming to restore 12 million hectares by 2030 under the Bonn Challenge and 21 million hectares to meet the Forest Code, there is an urgent need to scale and enhance reforestation efforts with effective technology and tools. Modern vegetation control interventions, like those using indaziflam, play a crucial role in accelerating biomass generation and improving native biodiversity while also reducing costs.
Q: How has vegetation management changed in your career so far?
A: Vegetation management has evolved from merely controlling unwanted plants to focusing on ecological balance and sustainability. Today, there is a greater emphasis on biodiversity, soil health and technology integration. Developing effective solutions has been complex due to the diversity of ecosystems, across the globe. Advances in herbicide technology, including indaziflam, have shown significant benefits in these areas. Additionally, other herbicide molecules have been used effectively in similar ecosystems, achieving restoration goals with fewer applications and improving overall efficiency and resilience.
Q: How can global companies, like Envu, support forest restoration goals moving forward?
A: Global companies like Envu can support forest restoration by investing in innovative products that enhance natural recovery processes. Our solutions with indaziflam effectively support native forest restoration, and other herbicide molecules have shown similar potential in diverse ecosystems outside Brazil. Companies can also form partnerships with local communities, promote sustainable practices and advocate for stronger environmental policies. By leveraging our expertise and resources, we can address the specific needs of various ecosystems and make a significant impact on global restoration efforts.
Q: How do you see forest restoration practices evolving over the next decade?
A: Over the next decade, forest restoration practices are expected to become more advanced and technology-driven, with tools such as remote sensing, drones, and AI-enhancing project monitoring and management. There will be an increased reliance on targeted products, like ForDor® and Esplanade® which can accelerate biomass generation and reduce costs. Additionally, other herbicide molecules have shown similar potential in diverse ecosystems outside Brazil. The approach will remain holistic, considering entire ecosystems and involving local communities to develop resilient strategies that address climate change challenges across various environments.
Q: What is the one thing you want people to know about your work and why?
A: I want people to understand that my work goes beyond vegetation management to make a significant impact on global restoration and sustainability. The solutions we develop are designed to enhance ecological processes, accelerate recovery and improve ecosystem resilience. Despite the challenges of working in diverse habitats, such as U.S. rangelands and pine-invaded areas in New Zealand, our efforts in Brazil are crucial for advancing reforestation. Additionally, the use of other herbicide molecules in similar ecosystems outside Brazil underscores the broad applicability of our approach. Our work is essential for benefiting the environment today and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
As we reflect on recent efforts in this space and look to the future, Envu continues to show its commitment to advancing healthy environments and supporting global biodiversity through innovative solutions and dedicated stewardship. Vegetation management efforts are not just about restoring landscapes — they are about revitalizing ecosystems and empowering communities to thrive alongside nature.
Together, we can ensure that nature and society not only coexist but also flourish, creating a legacy of environmental stewardship for generations to come.