A British millionaire dedicates his fortune to the conservation of biodiversity in Europe.
In a world where nature conservation faces unprecedented challenges, one man He dedicates his life and fortune to reversing environmental damage. Paul Listerheir to immense wealth, financed biodiversity projects in Europe and surrounding areas. From protecting endangered species to creating nature reserves, this British philanthropist works tirelessly towards one vision: returning the European continent to its wild splendor.
Over two decades, Lister has invested in key initiatives including the recovery of the Iberian lynx in Spain and the establishment of a Yellowstone-inspired national park in Romania’s Carpathian Mountains. Its foundation, The European Nature Trust (TENT), leads innovative efforts that seek not only to protect nature, but also to educate and connect people with their environment.
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Who is Paul Lister?
This philanthropist’s life took a radical turn in the 80s, when inherited a fortune after the death of his father, founder of the British furniture empire MFI. At just 40 years old, Lister received 50 million pounds that gave him the freedom to pursue his true passion: environmental conservation.
Since TENT’s creation, it has supported initiatives around the world. In Scotland, it acquired a 9,000-hectare estate, Alladale, to transform it into a nature reserve. This pilot project showed that it is possible to give back to nature what was once yours. In this space, local species such as the wildcat have found a home, while visitors enjoy sustainable tourism that combines education and environmental regeneration.
Paul Lister and the dream of wild Europe
The philanthropist believes that Europe needs to recover its natural spaces. Inspired by models such as the Tompkins Conservation in Patagonia, it has promoted a “European yellowstone” in the Fgra Mountains of Romania. This ambitious project, led by the Conservation Carpathia Foundation, seeks to protect a vast forest territory through the purchase of private lands, reforestation and the preservation of large carnivores.
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In Spain, Lister also has been key in the recovery of the brown bear and the Iberian lynxtwo success stories in European conservation. Thanks to the collaboration with the Brown Bear Foundation and CBD-Habitat, these species have gone from being on the brink of extinction to experiencing a remarkable recovery.
Beyond his economic contribution, the British advocates for profound changes in how we live. cquestions unbridled consumption, obsession with meat and lack of environmental education. Its message is clear: the future of the planet depends on a collective and radical commitment.
With every hectare restored and every species protected, Lister pursues a goal that transcends borders: giving humanity back the opportunity to live in harmony with nature.
Source: Ambito
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