KIRKBI and LEGO Foundation Mark Earth Day with New Multi Purpose Forest Development Advancing Sustainability Goals in Denmark

KIRKBI and LEGO Foundation Mark Earth Day with New Multi Purpose Forest Development Advancing Sustainability Goals in Denmark

(IN BRIEF) KIRKBI and the LEGO Foundation celebrated International Mother Earth Day by launching a forest planting initiative in Billund, Denmark, involving 120 schoolchildren and employees. The project will create a 50-hectare multi-purpose forest designed to support carbon absorption, biodiversity, and sustainable timber production, while also providing recreational space for the community. The initiative is part of KIRKBI Climate’s broader strategy to convert agricultural land into forest and reach a long-term goal of 10,000 hectares. By combining environmental action with education and community engagement, the project highlights a long-term commitment to climate solutions and sustainable land use.

(PRESS RELEASE) BILLUND, 22-Apr-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — KIRKBI and LEGO Foundation marked International Mother Earth Day with a community-driven environmental initiative in Billund, where a new forest is being established on the outskirts of the town. The effort brought together 120 students from the International School of Billund alongside employees from both organisations to plant trees and contribute to the creation of a long-term green space.

The initiative reflects a broader commitment to addressing environmental challenges while engaging the local community. By aligning the tree-planting activity with a globally recognized day dedicated to environmental protection, the organisers aim to raise awareness among younger generations and employees about the importance of climate action and sustainable land use.

The planned forest will span approximately 50 hectares and is designed with multiple objectives in mind. It will include sections of fast-growing tree species intended to absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide, alongside areas dedicated to biodiversity, where natural habitats can thrive. In addition, parts of the forest will be managed as production woodland, supplying timber for future construction needs. Public access will also be incorporated through trails and pathways, allowing residents and visitors to use the space for recreation.

The project forms part of a wider land-use strategy led by KIRKBI Climate, which has been actively converting lower-grade agricultural land into forested areas across Denmark since 2023. The long-term ambition is to develop around 10,000 hectares of production forest, with roughly one-third of that target already secured.

KIRKBI Climate operates as an investment arm focused on addressing global climate challenges through initiatives in renewable energy, circular materials, and sustainable land management. Backed by significant capital, the organisation supports both established technologies and emerging solutions that require long-term investment to scale and deliver meaningful environmental impact.

Through projects such as the Billund forest, KIRKBI and the LEGO Foundation are combining environmental action with community involvement, contributing to climate mitigation efforts while creating lasting natural spaces for future generations.

About KIRKBI Climate

KIRKBI Climate is owned by KIRKBI A/S, the holding company of the LEGO Group and other companies owned by the Kirk Kristiansen family. With a purpose of building a better future for children, KIRKBI Climate addresses global climate change by building high-impact businesses focused on the energy transition, circular plastics, and land sustainability. KIRKBI Climate builds businesses based on proven and mature technologies, while also exploring and investing in emerging and promising solutions that require long-term capital to scale and make a meaningful impact on climate challenges.

Media Contact:

Carsten Birkeland Kjær
Communications Director, KIRKBI Investment Management
+45 4260 7765
carsten.birkeland.kjaer@kirkbi.com

SOURCE: KIRKBI A/S