Manulife Impact Forest in British Columbia, where new trees are being planted to restore burnt areas. The Nicola Watershed suffered extensive wildfire damage, affecting over 25,000 hectares of forest.
Manulife is the first corporate partner to implement veritree’s Smart Forest technology in sites across the globe
veritree’s technology will be brought to Asia for the first time in Manulife Impact Forest sites in Japan and the Philippines
To date, Manulife Impact Forests have restored 160 hectares of land—an area roughly equivalent to 8,161 tennis courts
Manulife recently announced the launch of Manulife Impact Forests a global network of restoration sites designed to enhance biodiversity, create opportunities for local communities, and contribute to climate resilience. Working with our community planting partners and veritree, the platform powering verified nature restoration, Impact Forests enhance Manulife’s efforts to contribute to a healthier planet, with benefits for people and planet alike.
Manulife Impact Forests are a global forest restoration initiative.
Manulife is the first corporate partner to implement veritree’s Smart Forest technology in its reforestation efforts. This collaboration also marks the debut of this technology in Asia, with deployments in Manulife Impact Forest locations in Japan and the Philippines.
veritree’s technology combines satellite imagery, ground-level data, and bioacoustic monitoring to guide sustainable forest management. This innovative approach ensures accurate mapping of planting areas and selection of tree species that promote healthy forests and lasting benefits. Embedded into Manulife Impact Forest sites, veritree’s proprietary platform will deliver real-time insights and transparency throughout the lifecycle of each restoration project. The Manulife Impact Forests currently include sites in Canada, the U.S., Cambodia, Japan, and the Philippines. To date, more than 160 hectares of land, an area roughly equivalent to 8,161 tennis courts, have been restored.
“Manulife is proud to announce the Manulife Impact Forests and to collaborate with veritree in deploying their groundbreaking Smart Forest Design technology around the world,” said Ariel Kangasniemi, Global Chief Sustainability Officer at Manulife. “As a business that is driven to help people live better, for longer, we believe that when nature does well, people do well. This collaboration exemplifies how innovation, accountability, and environmental stewardship can come together for the benefit of both.”
Manulife Impact Forest in California. Following the 2013 Rim Fire, restoration efforts are underway.
Data from Manulife’s Impact Forests will be uploaded within Manulife’s veritree impact platform, enabling real-time monitoring of Smart Forests. Trees planted within these sites across the globe will be tied to measurable outcomes: tonnes of carbon sequestered, hectares restored, biodiversity gains, and community benefits such as job creation and education. More than 185,000 trees have been planted so far.
“This is what scalable, verifiable restoration looks like,” said Derrick Emsley, CEO and Co-Founder of veritree. “Nature-based solutions are only as powerful as the trust people have in them. Through this partnership with Manulife, we’re proving that restoration can be both high-integrity and high-tech, connecting trees planted to real data, real people, and real results.”
In the Philippines, Manulife’s existing partnership with Haribon Foundation continues to advance reforestation and biodiversity conservation efforts through native tree planting and community engagement programs. All native trees planted by Haribon for Manulife will be monitored by veritree's Smart Forest Technology, enabling real-time tracking of growth, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity impact to ensure transparency and measurable outcomes. As of the end of 2025, Manulife Philippines and Haribon have planted more than 31,000 plants in terrestrial and coastal areas across the country.
“As one of the most climate-vulnerable countries in the world, the Philippines faces increasing risks from extreme weather events. This underscores the urgency of investing in initiatives that safeguard our natural ecosystems and uplift and empower local communities. The Manulife Impact Forests initiative reflects Manulife’s commitment to sustainability and longevity, ensuring that future generations inherit a healthier planet,” said Rahul Hora, President and Chief Executive Officer, Manulife Philippines.
To learn more about Manulife’s sustainability initiatives and community partnerships, visit Manulife.com/sustainability. To learn more about veritree’s technology, visit veritree.com.
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