Reforesting Slovenia with Drones: A New Chapter for Project O₂

Drone technology is enabling ecological recovery in remote locations
Our approach uses drones to disperse SeedBombs, compact balls made of clay, native seeds and natural additives - directly onto degraded terrain. After our initial collaboration with Slovenian forestry experts on post-fire areas in 2024, we returned this spring to restore one hectare of wind-damaged forest near Kamnik. Situated in mountainous terrain with no road access, the site was unsuitable for traditional restoration methods. Instead, the operation relied on drone deployment of site-appropriate native seeds, promoting the regeneration of resilient and biodiverse forest ecosystems.

Strengthening our partnership with Slovenian institutions
This year’s operation marked a turning point. It was the first activity under a formal letter of intent from Slovenia, confirming their commitment to expand cooperation to an additional 30 hectares. For Project O₂, this is our first long-term partnership with a national forestry authority. New sites are also being prepared for autumn reforestation, including areas of the Karst plateau severely affected by the 2022 wildfire, the largest forest fire ever recorded in Slovenia.

Building a cross-border model for ecological restoration
Our cooperation with Slovenia aims to scale up science-based restoration across Europe. By aligning innovation with institutional support, this model contributes to EU climate and biodiversity targets through measurable actions. The collaboration also includes knowledge exchange, long-term ecological monitoring, and preparation of future reforestation sites. Its success depends on continued cooperation between forestry institutions and sustainability-focused enterprises working together for the benefit of nature and society.