Silvador Climate Action

PROJECT ID: 4511

METHODOLOGY: VM0012

Romania
1538 ha
Silvador Company/ Forest Capital

Improved Forest Management

Silvador Climate Action is a project dedicated to the preservation of 11 individual forests spanning the counties of Dambovita and Buzau in Romania. The objective is to achieve greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions and removals through the deferral of harvesting on these privately owned forests. The investors behind this initiative are Silvador Company and Forest Capital, both based in Romania and founded by local entrepreneurs passionate about nature.

Silvador Climate Action

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Silvador Climate Action

PROJECT ID: 4511

METHODOLOGY: VM0012

Romania
1538 ha
Silvador Company/ Forest Capital

REGISTRY:

CERTIFICATION:

Improved Forest Management

Silvador Climate Action is a project dedicated to the preservation of 11 individual forests spanning the counties of Dambovita and Buzau in Romania. The objective is to achieve greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions and removals through the deferral of harvesting on these privately owned forests. The investors behind this initiative are Silvador Company and Forest Capital, both based in Romania and founded by local entrepreneurs passionate about nature.

Project story

Our project also holds FSC and SDVISta certifications, meaning we can offer corporations seeking to offset their emissions and achieve their ESG goals, high-quality carbon credits that deliver real impact.

We are a dedicated group of local Romanian investors, united by our profound respect for the environment and our shared commitment to sustainable investment. Our focus lies in natural capital, harnessing the abundant resources provided by nature itself, with a special emphasis on our nation’s vast and beautiful forests.

Understanding the immense value of these woodlands not only as a source of timber but also as a priceless reservoir of biodiversity and a crucial carbon sink, we have developed a pioneering forest carbon project. This initiative acknowledges that forests are an irreplaceable asset, playing a vital role in the global fight against climate change.

As local investors, we are intimately aware of the regional environmental and socio-economic conditions, leveraging this knowledge to maximize the potential of our investments. We also believe in forging strong relationships with local communities, supporting them to maintain their traditional ways of life, all while enabling them to benefit from the new opportunities emerging from the growing carbon market.

Project area

Our forest carbon project is rooted in the sublime landscapes of Romania’s Subcarpathian region, specifically within the verdant expanses of Dâmbovița and Buzău counties.

These areas, blessed with rich biodiversity and stunning natural beauty, offer the perfect setting for our sustainable investment endeavor.

As part of our long-term strategy, we plan to expand our forest carbon project to other properties we own in different counties across Romania. Our vast land holdings give us the unique opportunity to implement sustainable forest management practices on a large scale, amplifying the beneficial impacts of our project.

Carbon sequestration

The Silvador Climate Action will reduce net GHG emissions through the elimination of harvesting in the project area, thereby converting logged forests to protected forests.

The project area is a forest ecosystem with an abundance of fauna and plants that can help a carbon-based initiative by increasing the overall carbon sequestration potential of the forest. Trees and plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis, converting it into organic carbon compounds that are stored in the plant’s tissues. This process is a natural way of reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and is known as carbon sequestration.
By stopping timber harvest within the project area, an estimated 374.552 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e) will be reduced from the atmosphere during the life of the project.

Tree species distribution

The forest land within the Silvador Climate Action is a thriving mosaic of mixed hardwood species, creating a rich tapestry of biodiversity. This diversity is not just crucial for maintaining the resilience of local ecosystems but also enhances the land’s capacity for carbon sequestration.

Hardwood forests are particularly effective at storing carbon dioxide, as these trees typically have a higher wood density and can sequester carbon over longer lifespans.

The mixed species composition ensures a robust and resilient forest structure, providing vital habitats for wildlife and safeguarding the health of the forest.

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Tree species age

Explore the Silvador Climate Action’s forest, an ecological network where the dendrochronology tells a story of strategic carbon sequestration. Here, a succession of trees from burgeoning saplings to stately 70-year-old oaks creates a dynamic carbon sink. The diversity in tree age is scientifically significant; juvenile trees exhibit rapid carbon assimilation, while mature trees present a sustained carbon storage mechanism due to their extensive biomass.

This stratified age structure ensures optimal carbon capture across the forest’s lifecycle, bolstering ecosystem resilience and contributing decisively to climate change mitigation. Witness a living laboratory where every ring and root is part of a calculated approach to a sustainable future.

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Tree species age

Explore the Silvador Climate Action’s forest, an ecological network where the dendrochronology tells a story of strategic carbon sequestration. Here, a succession of trees from burgeoning saplings to stately 70-year-old oaks creates a dynamic carbon sink. The diversity in tree age is scientifically significant; juvenile trees exhibit rapid carbon assimilation, while mature trees present a sustained carbon storage mechanism due to their extensive biomass.

This stratified age structure ensures optimal carbon capture across the forest’s lifecycle, bolstering ecosystem resilience and contributing decisively to climate change mitigation. Witness a living laboratory where every ring and root is part of a calculated approach to a sustainable future.

Forest natural growth

Nestled within the lush expanse of the Silvador Climate Action, trees grow at a pace dictated by the timeless rhythm of nature. Here, in a land free from the haste of human intervention, each tree embarks on its destined path from a young sapling to a sovereign of the canopy. This gradual and natural growth cultivates a forest with a resilience and robustness vital for long-term carbon storage.

These intrinsic growth cycles are the heartbeat of the forest’s vitality, ensuring a harmonious and sustainable habitat. Each species, from the regal oak to the discreet underbrush inhabitants, flourishes within its unique role in the ecosystem. Such deliberate growth not only serves as an effective carbon sink but also reinforces the forest’s defenses against the adversities of climate variability, diseases, and severe weather patterns.

Biodiversity and project impact

The project was implemented for 11 individual natural-mixed forests with an abundance of fauna and plants that form a highly diverse natural ecosystem.

SPECIES IN A FOREST

A diverse range of plant and animal species in a forest ecosystem can promote healthy soil, which in turn increases the ability of the soil to sequester carbon. Healthy soils are able to store more carbon because of their high organic matter content, which comes from decomposing plant and animal material.

Furthermore, the presence of certain plant species can also enhance carbon sequestration. For example, some tree species have a higher carbon sequestration potential than others due to their growth rate and ability to store carbon in their tissues for long periods.

By implementing sustainable forest management practices, we ensure that the forest is managed in a way that protects and enhances biodiversity.

HEALTHY FORESTS

Biodiversity is an essential component of healthy and thriving forests, and it’s an important focus of the Silvador Climate Action. The forestland included in the project is home to a diverse array of plant and animal species, ranging from the towering trees that provide a canopy for the forest floor to the tiny insects that live in the soil.

Some of the species that can be found in our forest include bears, wolves, lynx, and deer, as well as smaller mammals like foxes, badgers, and squirrels. There are also numerous bird species, including owls, and hawks.

The forest is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and hornbeam, as well as many shrubs, wildflowers, and other plants, providing habitat and food for many of the animals that live there.

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Impact beyond carbon - Climate Benefits

The Silvador Climate Action contributes significantly to the achievement of several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

Investing in verified emission reduction units from Silvador Climate Action does more than just offset carbon footprints—it aligns companies with broader ESG strategies and amplifies their business standing. By contributing to multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, companies showcase their commitment to not just environmental stewardship, but also social responsibility and economic sustainability. This proactive engagement with global benchmarks not only helps in building a resilient brand reputation, but also enhances stakeholder trust, opens up avenues for sustainable growth, and positions businesses at the forefront of corporate responsibility. In a market where consumers and investors increasingly favor businesses with strong ESG credentials, the strategic purchase of emission reductions from projects like ours is an investment in a company’s future as much as it is in the planet’s.

RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION

Silvador is at the forefront of advancing sustainable forest management, ensuring that our natural resources are utilized with care and consideration for future generations.

We engage and enlighten local communities with targeted educational initiatives, fostering a culture of sustainability that curtails waste and safeguards our resources.

CLIMATE
ACTION

The primary goal of our initiative is to take a proactive stance against climate change. We concentrate on reforestation and the preservation of forests as potent strategies for carbon sequestration.

This approach is in direct synergy with the objectives of Sustainable Development Goal 13, targeting decisive climate action.

LIFE
ON LAND

Silvador Climate Action is dedicated to the vigilant protection and rejuvenation of forest ecosystems, underscoring the critical importance of biodiversity and the protection of vulnerable species.

In partnership with community stewards, Silvador Climate Action stands as a bulwark against deforestation, ensuring the sanctity of our forests and the myriad of life they support for generations to follow.

Verified carbon units

Silvador Climate Action stands as a vital catalyst in the transition towards a more sustainable future, generating verified carbon units that represent tangible climate action. These units are available for purchase by forward-thinking companies committed to reducing their carbon footprint and making a meaningful difference in the fight against climate change.

Each purchase of our verified carbon units is not merely a transaction; it’s an investment into the continued vitality of our project.

Our carbon units that are distinguished by their high quality, ensuring that companies investing in climate responsibility get the utmost value and integrity. Each carbon unit is a result of rigorous sustainability practices, adherence to strict verification standards, and a steadfast commitment to environmental excellence.

Our carbon units undergo stringent assessments to meet international standards for carbon accounting and verification processes. This means that when companies choose to purchase from us, are assured that their contributions are based on measurable, real-world impact against global carbon emissions.

The quality of Silvador’s carbon units is further enhanced by the added ecological and social benefits inherent in our approach. Beyond carbon sequestration, our units embody the preservation of biodiversity, the protection of habitats, and the support of local communities. This multifaceted impact ensures that each unit represents a comprehensive contribution to both the environment and societal well-being.

Project partners

FAQs

Silvador Climate Action was implemented by acquiring and protecting 1,538 hectares of natural forest in Romania and implementing the advanced forest management methodology VM0012, devised by the VERRA organization.

You can find more information about the project by accessing the following link.

VERRA was founded in 2007 by environmental and business leaders who recognized the need for higher quality assurance in voluntary carbon markets. They now manage the world’s largest voluntary carbon market program, the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS), along with a suite of other programs, incubating new ideas to generate significant social and environmental value at scale and promoting the use of these programs globally. VERRA also sets global standards for climate and sustainable development actions.

Carbon credits are used to offset emissions and achieve ESG (Environmental Social Governance) goals. They represent an innovative solution for corporations aiming to reduce their carbon footprint through emission offsetting.

The forest owners are Forest Capital SRL and Silvador Company SRL, both owned by Romanian individuals.

The project and the issuance of carbon credits run for a period of 30 years.

The project encompasses 11 individual natural-mixed forests, characterized by rich fauna and flora, forming an extremely diverse natural ecosystem.

Forests are monitored using advanced technologies such as drones, terrestrial laser scanning, and satellite imagery, all integrated into GIS (Geographic Information System) systems. These technologies enable precise forest mapping, digital inventory, and detailed 3D analysis for efficient and sustainable forest resource monitoring.

Carbon credits can be purchased by corporations interested in holistically achieving their ESG goals by supporting a project that contributes to multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This investment not only helps combat climate change but also strengthens their commitment to social responsibility and the environment.

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to transform our world. They are a call to action to end poverty and inequality, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy health, justice, and prosperity.
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Our forest carbon capture project is rooted in the sublime landscapes on the edge of the Carpathian Mountains in Romania, specifically in the hilly areas of Dâmbovița and Buzău counties.

The project offsets a total of approximately (12,082 tons/year × 30 years) 374,552 tons of CO2 over a period of 30 years.

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Morning mist weaving through the dense forested landscape of Romania’s Carbon Forest Project, showcasing potential for carbon capture and biodiversity.

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