NEW FORESTS INC.
NEW FORESTS INC. is a Series C+ fund in the US, global, australia, new-zealand, southeast-asia and africa investing in Developer Tools, forestry, land-management, conservation, agriculture and timber-processing.
- Stages
- Series C+
- Sectors
- Developer Tools, forestry, land-management, conservation, agriculture, timber-processing
- Invests in
- US-wide, global, australia, new-zealand, southeast-asia, africa
- Actively investing
- Yes
- Founded
- 2005
- Assets under management
- $12.15B
Check size not disclosed
Thesis
Their investment thesis is driven by the increasing demand for resources and the imperative to balance productivity with environmental conservation. They manage a diversified portfolio encompassing sustainable timber plantations, conservation areas, carbon and conservation finance projects, agriculture, timber processing, and infrastructure. The firm's strategy emphasizes disciplined forest management, responsible investment practices, and strengthening timber marketing and supply chains to generate value through productivity enhancements and market development. They operate globally with a significant presence in Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the United States, combining global insights with local expertise. While specific stage preferences for direct investments are not detailed, their focus on large-scale asset and fund management suggests a preference for later-stage or established operations. New Forests manages funds and separate accounts for institutional investors, with a reported AUM of approximately AUD 12.15 billion as of June 30, 2025. They aim to generate shared prosperity and accelerate the transition to a sustainable future through integrating real asset investments with conservation, climate, and social impact finance.
Common questions
Does NEW FORESTS INC. invest at the Series C+ stage?
Yes. NEW FORESTS INC. lists Series C+ among the stages it invests in.
Where does NEW FORESTS INC. invest?
NEW FORESTS INC. invests in the US, global, australia, new-zealand, southeast-asia and africa.