Vision, Mission & Objectives

Our vision

The Land Matrix promotes transparency and accountability around large-scale land acquisitions (LSLAs). We intend to rectify information asymmetries and power imbalances in LSLAs and enhance the socio-economic and environmental sustainability.

Our mission

The Land Matrix identifies and collects high quality, up-to-date data on the trends and impacts of LSLAs in low- and middle-income countries. By sharing this information on our online open-access platform, we support evidence-based decision-making and facilitate more meaningful and inclusive participation in decisions over land investments and governance.

Our objectives

Now in our fourth phase, we aim to:

• Investigate the socio-economic and environmental impacts of LSLAs – both positive and negative – on local land users, indigenous groups, women, and youth.
• Analyse the trends and implications of LSLAs in relation to the energy transition and other climate policies.
• Monitor land and land investment-related initiatives and frameworks (such as the Voluntary Guidelines on the Responsible Governance of Tenure) and make this data available as a tool to strengthen accountability.
• Examine land issues in global supply chains, with particular emphasis on human rights and environmental protection.

Find out more about:

• The Land Matrix Initiative
• Large-scale land acquisitions: What's the big deal?
• Our partners and donors