A piece of primeval forest for tomorrow Lightnet protects the ‘Lohmar wilderness gem’ in Germany

Trees are important allies in the fight against climate change: they bind CO₂, regulate the climate and provide a habitat for countless animal and plant species. Without protection, they would increasingly disappear – through deforestation, intensive cultivation, fragmentation and the effects of climate change – with serious consequences for the climate, biodiversity and our quality of life. That is why we are participating in the Primeval Forest Project honoured by the United Nations, run by Wohlleben's Forest Academy and protecting 656 square metres in the ‘Lohmar wilderness gem’ – a fascinating natural paradise in the Bergisches Land region. Peter Wohlleben, renowned forester, author and conservationist, has been campaigning for many years to preserve old forests in Germany and highlight their importance for the climate and biodiversity. Wohlleben's Forest Academy is run by his son Tobias Wohlleben and his wife Johanna.

In the Lohmar Wilderness Jewel, which we protect, venerable beech and oak trees that have been around for centuries grow alongside younger generations of forest. Two streams, rolling hills and open meadows create an impressive variety of habitats. Even former machine tracks are gradually disappearing and being reclaimed by nature. What was once scarred by bark beetles is now transforming into new, vibrant forest areas with birch, maple and young beech trees.