SUGi is a global platform dedicated to Nature-based solutions. We plant biodiverse Pocket Forests in urban areas and restore native forests for communities around the world. SUGi Talks is a podcast where we explore the powerful stories behind our Pocket Forests, from desert forests in Rajasthan to urban Pocket Forests in Beirut and London. Speaking with our expert Forest Makers, and collaborators, we’ll dig into how exactly we can help cities build biodiversity, climate resilience, and wellbeing.
In 2019, after decades of corruption, intense pollution and a severe economic collapse, protestors flooded the streets of Beirut demanding change. Amongst them was environmental architect and one of our first SUGi Forest Makers, Adib Dada.
Deep into the revolution, Adib was in the second phase...
Published 05/15/24
“I can remember walking out and there being rocks here and there. The dirt was just powder; there wasn’t even weeds growing. After Ethan did all of the things with the soils. It’s beautiful because we’re rebuilding what was already here.
Think of when an eagle that went and caught a salmon,...
Published 04/15/24