About us
Afforestt was founded in 2011 by Shubhendu Sharma, inspired by a chance encounter with Dr. Akira Miyawaki and a shared vision to restore native forests. What began as an experiment in Shubhendu’s backyard has grown into a global movement—blending ecological wisdom with scientific rigour.
Over the years, we’ve drawn from the insights of leading botanists and soil experts to refine our approach, establishing more than 150 projects in over 10 countries. Today, Afforestt is a team of forest-makers, ecologists, designers, and storytellers, committed to reviving natural ecosystems.
September 2025
Afforestt in Armenia
Afforestt creates its first forest in the breathtaking ski slopes of the Armenian Caucasus highlands—a new milestone in high altitude forest creation.
November 2024
Forest Creation in Tunisia
Afforestt trains a group of ecologists, architects, designers, and permaculture specialists in native forest creation at The Residence, Tunis, in North Africa.
January 2024
Afforestt at NEOM, Saudi Arabia
Afforestt is selected as a specialist partner for technical studies, ecological research, and native forest design at the futuristic NEOM development.
July 2023
Afforestt in Mexico
A forest is planted in the unique ecology of the central highlands near San Miguel de Allende, Mexico—marking Afforestt’s expansion into new ecologies.
September 2025
Linear Urban Forests in the US
Afforestt partners with Harvard University to conceptualise and implement Linear Urban Forests in American cities, beginning with a pilot in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Team
Afforestt began in 2011 with a simple yet powerful vision: to make native forest creation accessible to all. Founded by Shubhendu Sharma, the initiative was inspired by Akira Miyawaki’s teachings and driven by a deeper understanding of local ecology. What started as a small experiment on industrial land soon grew into a global movement—combining scientific rigour with a deep respect for natural systems. Over the years, Afforestt has evolved into a team of forest-makers, ecologists, and storytellers, restoring over 125 forests across 18 countries, while nurturing a growing community committed to bringing nature back.