Driven by biophysical and socio-economic factors that are exacerbated by the impacts of climate change, degradation of land and natural resources is one of the greatest challenges faced by all countries in Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia.

The Bonn Challenge and the three Rio conventions all acknowledge the important contribution of forests and land to the achievement of their respective goals and objectives. Many forest and land-use solutions that contribute to climate change adaptation and mitigation also combat desertification, land degradation, and conserve or restore biodiversity. This brief presents a snapshot of opportunities for integrated measures to increase restoration ambition and action and demonstrate impact in a complementary and mutually supporting manner.