Living Landscapes
25% of India’s land exists as a “commons”—territory that is shared collectively. 350M of India’s rural poor depend on them to meet their basic needs, but they’re degraded.
The Idea
Collective Action for Commons Conservation
Total Investment
400000
Grants
0
Equity/SAFE
0
Debt/Convertible Debt
Funded Since
2023
Geography
Sector
Structure
The Mission
Thriving commons in rural India.
How It Works
Living Landscapes built a coalition to create local hubs that enable communities to access public funds, restore landscapes, self-govern, and develop sustainable livelihoods. The hubs include local NGOs, government officials, and national environmental organizations. At a broader level, Living Landscapes drives national policy to unlock more resources for the Commons through their coalition, Common Ground.
The Dream
Thriving ecosystems where rural communities govern and restore their shared forests, grasslands, and water bodies, improving livelihoods, resilience, and ecological health across India’s Commons.
Why We're In
Living Landscapes is an ambitious amplification play for community-led conservation. The leadership is top-notch, early momentum strong, and India’s policy landscape increasingly favorable. The coalition model is promising but complex; much depends on building durable partnerships and systems that don’t rely heavily on ongoing external management.
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