International Standards for the Practice of Ecological Restoration

The International Standards for the Practice of Ecological Restoration are a set of guidelines that provide best practices for restoring damaged ecosystems. They aim to ensure ecological projects are effective, sustainable, and scientifically sound by outlining clear steps and principles. These standards help practitioners plan, implement, and monitor restoration efforts—such as reforesting a degraded land or restoring wetlands—so natural environments can recover, support biodiversity, and provide essential services for people and wildlife. Essentially, they promote thoughtful, responsible actions to heal and protect the Earth’s ecosystems.