Groasis at the Villars Summit 2025
From March 18 to 22, 2025, Groasis is attending the prestigious Villars Institute Summit. This global event unites experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to tackle pressing challenges such as climate change and biodiversity loss through interdisciplinary collaboration.
As a key participant, Groasis is honored to contribute to discussions on sustainable solutions. On March 21, from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM, Wout Hoff will present how Groasis' groundbreaking technology plays a crucial role in ensuring food security in water-scarce and degraded environments.
About the Villars Summit 2025
The Villars Summit is a prestigious, invitation-only event focused on addressing global environmental challenges. It promotes systemic transformation by integrating energy sustainability, food security, and ecosystem restoration. The summit includes:
- Expert briefings and working groups
- Discussions on sustainable policies and financial models
- Intergenerational collaboration with young fellows
By fostering cooperation between disciplines, the summit aims to create tangible solutions for global sustainability challenges.
Visit the Villars Summit website here.
About Groasis
Groasis is a Dutch company recognized as a National Icon and by the World Economic Forum as a leader in reforestation and sustainable agriculture technology. Our mission is to restore 2 billion hectares of degraded land using innovative, water-efficient methods.
Our Mission & Technology
Founded in 2003 by Pieter Hoff, Groasis was created to combat deforestation and groundwater depletion. Our patented Waterboxx® and Growboxx® plant cocoons enable plants to grow on arid land without irrigation, fostering self-sustaining ecosystems.
Our Triple 90 Benefits
- 90% Less Water – Enables plant growth even in arid climates
- 90% Survival Rate – Protective microclimate enhances resilience and root development
- 90% Cost Reduction – Affordable, sustainable, with minimal maintenance and no energy required
With over 2 million trees planted in more than 50 countries, we are committed to combating desertification, restoring ecosystems, and improving food security worldwide.
Our Commitment to Food Security
At the Villars Summit, Wout Hoff will highlight how Groasis’ innovative plant cocoon technology is revolutionizing sustainable agriculture. Our Waterboxx® and Growboxx® solutions empower communities to cultivate crops and trees with minimal water, especially in arid environments. This breakthrough technology is a game-changer in the fight against food insecurity.
In his presentation, Wout will share the inspiration behind Groasis and its groundbreaking plant cocoon technology, pioneered by inventor Pieter Hoff. He will trace the two-decade journey of innovation that started in 2003 and led to the development of the Groasis Ecological Water Saving Planting Technology. Through real-world examples, he will showcase projects utilizing the reusable Waterboxx and biodegradable Growboxx plant cocoons. Finally, Wout will highlight key policy and practice adjustments needed to drive systemic change in food security, enabling large-scale adoption of the Groasis Treesolution—an initiative to restore 2 billion hectares of degraded land, fostering biodiversity, sustainable food production, and economic opportunities for smallholder farmers.
By scaling our nature-based solution, Groasis aims to drive global efforts to enhance food security, promote reforestation, and restore degraded land for future generations.
Join Our Mission
Groasis is making large-scale reforestation and sustainable agriculture accessible to individuals, smallholder farmers, and organizations. Our goal is to restore 2 billion hectares of degraded land, and we believe that collaboration is key to achieving this ambitious mission.
Learn More & Buy Our Technology
We invite you to explore our innovative water-saving technologies and be a part of our mission to restore the planet.
For more information, browse the remainder of our website or contact us at info[at]groasis[dot]com .
To purchase Waterboxx® or Growboxx® for your own project, visit our webshop or request a quotation.
Together, we can sustainably reforest the planet and ensure a greener future for generations to come!
