Forestry is on infra-like growth path: Stafford leaders expect a dramatic rise in investor interest in timberland.

We’re pleased to be featured in Environmental Finance as investor interest in timberland continues to accelerate, positioning it as a strategic asset class within the broader natural capital landscape.

In this article, Brett Himbury, Chairman of Stafford Capital Partners, shares insights into the growing appetite for timberland and its potential to follow the same growth trajectory as infrastructure over the past 15 years. With over $4.1 billion in timberland assets managed across 12 countries, Stafford is at the forefront of this evolution, leveraging secondaries, afforestation, and reforestation strategies to deliver both financial returns and measurable climate impact.

As the market matures, timberland is emerging not only as a decarbonisation solution but also as a compelling alternative investment, offering lower emissions intensity and diversified revenue streams. Stafford is helping mobilise institutional capital toward scalable, nature-based solutions.

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