Why
As we approach the 1.5°C global warming threshold, the consequences for nature and our dependence on it become increasingly severe. The global biodiversity crisis, even more critical than the climate crisis, is intensified by the interconnected nature of both challenges. Fortunately, solutions to these crises often overlap. To address the biodiversity and climate crises, there’s a growing emphasis on both small and large-scale nature restoration projects worldwide.
BESE comprises five committed marine ecologists who witnessed the repeated failures of nature restoration, resulting in significant loss of effort and resources. With time running out before surpassing the 1.5°C threshold, BESE is driven to develop unique nature restoration products, aiming to ensure the success of restoration efforts worldwide.
How
At BESE, we restore nature through our expertise and specialized products tailored for nature’s needs. These products are not only biodegradable and biobased but are also crafted from materials sourced from waste streams. Collaborating with local experts, we engage in consultations to determine the most effective nature-based ways to kickstart nature recovery and identify the most suitable products for each unique situation.
What
We employ our products in nature-based solutions to initiate the process of nature restoration. Once our biodegradable products have naturally broken down, the environment can continue to recover independently. It’s noteworthy that through nature restoration alone, we can contribute to achieving 37% of the climate change goals set to limit global warming to below 1.5°C.
The team
Wouter Lengkeek
Malenthe Teunis
Karin Didderen
Peter Vodegel
Laura van Dijk
Advisory board
Eelco Waardenburg