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Restoring the land, unlocking the opportunities
Every second, the equivalent of four football fields of healthy land is degraded. To reverse this trend, we must increase our restoration efforts. If current patterns persist, 1.5 billion hectares will need to be restored by 2030, creating a trillion-dollar restoration economy. The 2025 World Day to Combat Desertification (17 June), under the theme "" highlights how land restoration can create jobs, strengthen food and water security, support climate goals, and boost resilience. It’s time to turn ambition into action. !