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Forest Invest

Shauna Matkovich
Carbon Credits
Forestry
Biodiversity
Climate Change
Sustainable Forest Management
Forest Investment
Carbon Markets
Forestry Investment
PEFC
Forest Investments
Forest Certification
Nature-Based Solutions
Impact Investing
Sustainability
Natural Capital
Sustainable Forestry
Species Selection
Due Diligence
Biodiversity Credits
Emerging Markets

Meet experts in forest investment from different corners of the forestry asset class. From investors to entrepreneurs, market players to service providers. Tune in to hear stories from the trenches, insights and best practice guidance to build your toolbox for creating profitable and impactful forest investments.

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Recent Guests

Peter Holmgren
Founder and senior advisor at FutureVistas
FutureVistas
Episode: The EU Climate Law and Timber Harvest Debate with Peter Holmgren
Daniel Farchy
Multilateral investment expert
Green Climate Fund (current); former World Bank Group/IFC/EIB
Episode: From the Vault: Multilateral Investment in Forestry - with Daniel Farchy
Colin Smith
Forestry consultant focusing on technical advisory for tropical and subtropical plantations
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Episode: From the Vault: Technical considerations for evaluating forest assets with Dr. Colin Smith
Ara Erickson
Vice President, Corporate Sustainability
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Episode: Sustainability at Scale in Forest Ownership - with Ara Erickson
Jasper Renk
Representative of MEAG
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Episode: From the Vault: An Institutional Investor’s Approach to Forest Investment - with Jasper Renk of MEAG
Andreas Eke
CEO of Generation Forest Invest, Panama-based forestry investor
Generation Forest Invest
Episode: Generation Forest with Andreas Eke
Julia Strong
Founder and executive director of the Symbiosis Coalition
Symbiosis Coalition
Episode: How Symbiosis is Building Demand for High-Integrity Forest Carbon
Abbie Trinidad
Senior Technical Advisor
Biofin (Biodiversity Finance Initiative)
Episode: How BIOFIN is tackling the biodiversity finance gap
Anabelle Plantilla
Project Manager for the Philippines
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Episode: How BIOFIN is tackling the biodiversity finance gap

Host

Shauna Matkovich
Host of Forest Invest, Pitch Pod, and related shows; focuses on forest investment, market development, and credible impact.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Engaging, Balanced, and Thorough

    I am so impressed with Shauna’s ability to make complex concepts relatable. Forest investment is a new concept for me and I was able to understand nuance and challenges right away. The depth of conversations are rewarding.

    Understanding the societal need for economic return to make enhanced sustainability a reality is paramount. In a world of money, we need to make biodiversity profitable if we want to see progress. Shauna shows us how.

    Apple Podcasts
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    YourForest
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners value the host's ability to translate complex forest investment concepts into actionable insights.
Guests are high-caliber experts spanning finance, policy, and on-the-ground implementation.
The show consistently highlights credible impact alongside financial returns.

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Take-aways from London Climate Action Week 2026 - carbon market demand is strengthening with Jen Stebbing
Q: What mechanisms or developments stood out as the most promising for scaling forest investments?
The Permanence Trust and contract durability concepts, the portfolio approach to nature, and the growing clarity from standards like SBTI and ISO net-zero which together create stronger demand signals and more predictable investment dynamics.
Take-aways from London Climate Action Week 2026 - carbon market demand is strengthening with Jen Stebbing
Q: Can you summarize the key takeaway from London Climate Action Week in a single thought?
Markets and finance work, and the main message is that capital is increasingly finding its way into forests and nature finance, with improved integrity and more tangible pathways to deploy investment.
Sustainability at Scale in Forest Ownership - with Ara Erickson
Q: What should new forest investors focus on when evaluating potential investments?
Focus on the company's commitment to sustainable forestry and whether they meet existing certification standards, rather than chasing a single data point; ask about long-term viability and management practices.
Sustainability at Scale in Forest Ownership - with Ara Erickson
Q: How does the company balance land ownership with other business lines and investor expectations in sustainability reporting?
Sustainability reporting is company-wide, aligned with certifications like SFI, and addresses investor expectations as well as customer and regulatory requirements, with governance structures ensuring consistency across geographies.
Sustainability at Scale in Forest Ownership - with Ara Erickson
Q: Can you explain how sustainability decisions are managed at the executive level given the ownership structure?
Sustainability decisions are company-wide and embedded in executive responsibilities; all leaders consider environmental, social, and governance factors, with the CEO-level strategy and compensation tied to sustainability metrics.

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The show centers on forest investing across the asset class, featuring investors, fund managers, policymakers, and service providers who share practical insights, deal structures, and market dynamics. Episodes frequently cover portfolio construction, governance, carbon and biodiversity finance, certification standards, and regional policy impacts, with a keen eye on risk management, returns, and credible impact. A standout strength is the blend of technical rigor with real-world case studies—from institutional capital and private equity to biodiversity markets and reforestation tech—making it useful for listeners seeking actionable strategies and market intelligence in forest investments.

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