Response to Comments on "The global tree restoration potential".

Area of Science:

• Environmental science
• Climate change research
• Forestry and ecology

Background:

• Global tree restoration is a key strategy for climate change mitigation.
• Quantifying restoration potential and carbon sequestration is crucial for effective climate action.
• Previous studies have estimated global tree restoration capacity, but require further validation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To quantify the global potential for tree restoration.
• To estimate the associated carbon storage capacity under current climate conditions.
• To address and validate findings against technical comments received.

Main Methods:

• Utilized existing climate data to model tree restoration potential.
• Calculated carbon storage capacity based on established ecological models.
• Compiled and responded to technical feedback on the study's methodology and results.

Main Results:

• The study confirms significant global tree restoration potential.
• Estimated carbon storage capacity is substantial under existing climate conditions.
• Original estimations were validated as accurate following technical review.

Conclusions:

• Global tree restoration presents a viable nature-based solution for carbon sequestration.
• The findings support the accuracy of the quantified restoration and carbon storage potential.
• Further research and implementation of tree restoration initiatives are warranted.