Unlocking Forest Potential with the Somaha Partnership

Dear Brainforest follower,

Join us in this month's excitement with our motto: get ready to get NUTS!

The Somaha Foundation - Partnership Announcement

We are beyond proud to introduce our partner and co-founder of the Brainforest Biodiversity Lab. The Somaha Foundation is a Swiss-based foundation that shares our passion for promoting sustainable development and protecting forests.

We are honored to work alongside their dedicated team for our upcoming biodiversity ventures, including Eva Maria Jaag, Sabine Fellmann, Lea Buol, and Sabrina Niehaus. We look forward to working together in our common fight against biodiversity loss.

Systems Mapping Workshop

We are excited to announce that Brainforest recently hosted a successful systems mapping workshop with over 40 attendees, representing more than 8 stakeholder groups in a variety of geographies.

Halting the loss of biodiversity in key hotspot territories like the Amazon rainforest in Peru is a critical issue. Our workshop, co-created and co-facilitated by Collaboratio helvetica, allowed us to identify key drivers of biodiversity loss and enablers for protection.

This was no small feat, but we're proud to say that the workshop was a huge success! We are now evaluating the results to inform our next spin-off ventures aimed at preserving and protecting the world's biodiversity. Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to this important effort.

Investment Announcement!

Xilva, one of Brainforest's ventures, has recently raised $1.8 million in a pre-seed round. The team is dedicated to solving the double crisis of climate change and nature loss by helping companies and impact investors fund regenerative forests. This funding will help them continue their important work.

Did you know?

Have you ever heard of a Tuhka cluster? It's the place where Tuhka trees (aka Brazil Nut Trees) grow together in harmony.

In a Tuhka cluster, you'll find trees of all sorts - some are tall and mighty, while others are small and delicate. If you're lucky, you might even spot a seedling sprouting from a Tuhka nut buried by an agouti or another animal.

The trees in a Tuhka cluster bear fruits, and each fruit has an average of 17 seeds. But not all trees bear fruits at the same rate - some are still too young, while others are past their prime. It's the adult trees with diameters larger than 40cm that bear the most fruit. From a single adult tree, the local people can get up to 3,250 grams of Tuhka seeds, which can be used to produce Tuhka oil and roasted Tuhka nuts.

In essence, a Tuhka cluster is a treasure trove of possibilities and a possible solution for local communities to generate income.

Going Nuts for a Better Future

As we wrap up this newsletter, we want to thank you for your support! Together we are on our way to solving the climate and biodiversity crises through entrepreneurial efforts. Our goal is to regenerate and protect 20 million hectares of forest by 2030. Together, let's continue to go nuts for a better future and create a healthier planet for all.

Your Brainforest Team