Afforestation and Reforestation in Sierra Leone and West Africa
No matter how much we decarbonize and reduce emissions, we still face a global biodiversity crisis. Using a proprietary technology system called CQS™ that provides unprecedented insights into forest change and carbon capture at the individual tree level, we are planting enriched and diverse native species on degraded smallholder lands. Both mangrove and terrestrial. This approach generates meaningful revenue for smallholder farmers while rebuilding ecosystems.
Not all carbon credits are created equal
Protect and Restore Natural Ecosystems
THE CLIMATE CHALLENGE
Global response to climate change reaffirms the goal of limiting global temperature increase to well below 2 degrees Celsius while pursuing efforts to limit the increase to 1.5 degrees.
SCALE OF REDUCTIONS
To achieve this goal, global CO2 emissions will need to be reduced by 23 Gigatons, which requires changes in all sectors from aviation to agriculture. Deforestation and land degradation result in 20% of global emissions and can be reversed through a project like this..
ethics & value
Nature Based Solutions (NBS) including forestry, marine and regenerative agriculture have a key role to play in the next decade creating a carbon market opportunity of up to $30bn by 2030. Based on the 2021 data, the voluntary carbon market size reached $1bn, while the compliance markets increased to $851bn.
Projects we are working on now
Replanting - Mangrove
Nurseries have been established and planting commenced on land deforested for the production of rice, and subsequently abandoned.
Reforestation - Terrestrial
Successful replanting on degraded land. Nurseries have been established for the future planting program.
Conservation
Large areas of mangrove and terrestrial forest is being degraded or under threat and will be conserved by the Rewilding Company.
Our Mission
To challenge climate change by rapidly developing large-scale nature-based solutions that generate benefits for the planet and our stakeholders.
25 + Years Experience
In-depth knowledge and established regional networks across Sierra Leone and West Africa.
Local Employment
Alongside our partnership companies we drive ongoing sustainable investment by employing local people, and small holder farmers.
Mangrove Restoration
Thousands of hectares identified for replanting and conservation.
Expertise in the group
The project brings together significant sector, industry and territorial experience.
Let Our Earth Have A Breath Of Fresh Air
NIEKS BEZUIDENHOUT
Rewilding Company Chairman The Rewilding Co.Our Leadership
A world leading African business and climate science team Planters, Climate Scientists, and world-class carbon experts ALREADY ON THE GROUND
Nieks Bezuidenhout
Chairman & COO
Nieks Bezuidenhout
Chairman & COO
Mohamed Kamara
Managing Director & Board Director
Mohamed Kamara
Managing Director & Board Director
Alexa Lord
CEO and Board Director
Alexa Lord
CEO and Board Director
With six months of training through the UNITAR Executive Leadership Program in Evaluation and the UN SDGs, Alexa brings a unique blend of scientific rigor and strategic vision to her work. She is also an active member of Verra's Blue Carbon Working Group, where she champions scientific and ethical integrity. Alexa’s deep operational knowledge and commitment to sustainability make her a key player in advancing impactful environmental initiatives globally.
Dr. Daniel Cox
Technical Lead
Dr. Daniel Cox
Technical Lead
Passionate about regenerative agriculture, Daniel runs a 16-acre smallholding in Cornwall complete with bullocks, pigs, chickens and a Massey Ferguson 135 tractor. When not working or tending to his smallholding he can generally be found engaging in adventure sports.
Finance & Administration
Jesmy Beah
Finance & Admin Manager
Jesmy Beah
Finance & Admin Manager
Leslie Abu
Accounts Officer
Leslie Abu
Accounts Officer
Ishmael Banya
ICT/Admin Support Officer
Ishmael Banya
ICT/Admin Support Officer
William Kawa
Admin and Finance Assistant
William Kawa
Admin and Finance Assistant
Land Survey, Community & Demarcation
Mohamed Mansaray
Planning Manager
Mohamed Mansaray
Planning Manager
Mohamed F. Tarawalie
GIS Assistant
Mohamed F. Tarawalie
GIS Assistant
Operations
Charlie Vincent
Operations Admin Manager
Charlie Vincent
Operations Admin Manager
Sydney Alie Dugba
Field Operations Manager
Sydney Alie Dugba
Field Operations Manager
Idriss Mamoud Dainkeh
Assistant Forester
Idriss Mamoud Dainkeh
Assistant Forester
Sia M Kanu
Assistant Forester
Sia M Kanu
Assistant Forester
carbon & community development
Idriss Duramany Koromah
Carbon Lead
Idriss Duramany Koromah
Carbon Lead
Hassan Salieu Gbla
Carbon Assistant
Hassan Salieu Gbla
Carbon Assistant
The Rewilding Company is proudly aligned with Carbon Done Right