What is a micro-forest?

Theme

Climate Resilience

Type

Video

Languages

Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 3 Good Health and Well-Being
  • SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 13 Climate Action
  • SDG 15 Life on Land

Video Description

A micro-forest is a small, planted forest that maximises tree density and biodiversity. Micro-forests are essential for environmental restoration and carbon sequestration. Micro-forests are part of the Aga Khan Foundation’s and the Aga Khan Development Network’s investments in nature-based solutions to tackle the challenge of climate change. This short 2-minute explains what a micro-forest is, what its benefits are for communities and the environment, and how easy it is to plant and maintain a micro-forest in both urban and rural areas.