Why ‘blended Finance’ Could Help Transitions to Sustainable Landscapes: Lessons From the Unlocking Forest Finance Project

This paper explores how blended finance models can facilitate transitions to sustainable landscapes by addressing the mismatch between private impact investors and sustainable land use investments. Drawing lessons from the Unlocking Forest Finance project, it discusses combining commercial, public, and philanthropic funding sources to finance initiatives like forest conservation and restoration. The study highlights the potential of blended finance to scale investments that generate both financial returns and positive environmental and social impacts.