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TBN Atlantic Rainforest – Fast and scalable carbon reduction at low cost
With the constant focus on new high-tech innovations to reduce carbon, it is easy to forget the effective and immediate climate benefits of nature-based solutions.
TBN Atlantic Rainforest provides an investment opportunity that not only draws down vast amounts of carbon rapidly and at a low cost compared to tech – but also restores land, provides economic opportunities and provides habitat for thousands of endangered species of plants and animals.
Mata Atlântica, the Atlantic Rainforest in Brazil. A biodiversity hotspot – and an amazing climate solution. Photo by Azzedine Rouichi on Unsplash
Stretching along the eastern coast of Brazil are the fragmented remains of what was once a vast rainforest, covering an area the size of Germany, France, and Spain combined.
Approximately 50% of its tree species and 60% of its vertebrates exist only in this forest. At least 10,000 of its plants and animals are endangered.
Thanks to TBN Atlantic Rainforest, your company or organization can now help this forest reclaim some of its lost areas and protect one of the most biodiverse regions in the world.
Or, to put it differently: Here is an opportunity to invest in one of the fastest, most effective, cost-efficient and easily scalable climate solutions around.
”The climate crisis is accelerating. We don’t have time to wait for solutions or international agreements that will come into effect in 2035 or 2050. We need solutions that have an impact here and now”, says Peter Harris, founder of TBN Atlantic Rainforest.
“We allow our clients and partners to be a part of restoring nature with a simple but unique model that combines carbon removal and nature positivity”, says Peter Harris, founder and CEO of TBN Atlantic Rainforest.
Growing up in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, Peter Harris often visited the spectacular Tijuca Forest, a spectacular Atlantic rainforest that cloaks the hills of Rio de Janeiro – and a success story in terms of restoration. By the mid 1800’s, after years of clearing for agriculture, the forest was heavily degraded, and the city was suffering water supply issues and floods. The then Emperor, Dom Pedro II, took control of the area and commenced reforestation, establishing one of the largest urban forests in the world and one that stands to this day as a national park.
Inspired by this success story, and drawing on the demand for high-quality carbon credits, Peter Harris founded TBN Atlantic Rainforest to undertake similar restoration projects across Brazil.
“At TBN, our purpose is clear and simple. We will restore the Atlantic Forest. We let companies buy into the story as a climate investment. We produce high quality carbon credits by long-term commitment to high quality habitat restoration. Sustainably, profitably and at scale”, says Peter Harris.
How it works
Due to its unsuitable soil, much of the rainforest that was cut down for agricultural purposes is now useless to farmers. This is where a new, climate-enhancing investment possibility arises. Via TBN Atlantic Rainforest, companies, investors and individuals can buy hectares of the land that is for sale, and help re-grow and restore the Atlantic forest.
”Two years after planting, the trees are two-meters high, the canopy closes and the forest is self-sufficient and continues to grow. The great thing about projects like this, is that it has been done before, with a proven and well-documented effect”, says Ingrid Westman, COO at TBN Rainforest.
According to third-party verification, one hectare of TBN forest sequesters approximately 12 tonnes of CO2e per year. This equates to 36,000 carbon credits per year for a 3,000 ha project. The carbon sequestration process begins as soon as the plant is put in the soil, and reaches the above levels just two years after planting.
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For some people, reforestation projects funded by carbon credits might have a bad ring to them, due to poorly managed and non-transparent projects that have been highlighted in the media.
This has been especially true for reforestation projects developed on leased or third-party land, which offer no guarantee that they will be left standing.
TBN aims for maximum permanence by owning the land, registering it as RPPN (permanently preserved private land) and conducting a comprehensive risk management process to minimize and mitigate all project risks. This means the projects are under TBN’s full control at all times and protected into perpetuity under Brazilian law.
TBN has also conducted an in-depth analysis of the area designated for its pilot project. The study covers everything from a chemical analysis of the soil and preferred reforestation methods, to details on original vegetation, terrain condition and biological biodiversity.
Eduardo Gusson, PhD, analysing the soil composition in TBN’s proof of concept project area at Sitio Macacu, a former cattle pasture a few hours from Rio de Janeiro city. Photo: Loma Medeiros
Buying high-quality carbon credits is one way of investing in TBN’s restoration project. The other option is to actually purchase a bit of the forest and name after your own company or organization. Hence the company name TBN, To Be Named.
TBN’s cameras, microphones and onsite team will send regular reports from the rainforest as it grows in size and richness, creating the perfect base for inspiring storytelling.
”Anyone, anywhere, of any generation can imagine all the wonderful things that happen when you restore nature. Storytelling with pictures and movies will show how plants and animals return in abundance when their habitat is restored. We have the opportunity to give hope and show that the Paris Agreement and UN Biodiversity goals are achievable”, says Peter Harris.
RPPN (Reserva Particular do Patrimônio Natural) is a concept for nature conservation in private properties in Brazil, supported by WWF. Under Brazilian law, the land may be used for research, education, and eco-tourism.
Still in its startup phase, TBN Atlantic Rainforest has already secured carbon credit buyers for its proof of concept project, and has started planning its 3,000 hectare flagship project in Teresópolis in the state of Rio de Janeiro. This is the first of TBN’s full size projects and will deliver approximately 36,000 ton CO2e per annum of ultra-high quality carbon removal.
However, this is only the beginning. The Brazilian Atlantic Forest biome has millions of hectares of degraded land suitable for restoration, and TBN’s proven model can deliver carbon projects at scale – with direct benefits for the local population. A recent study shows restoration efforts in the region could generate 3 million jobs.
”Five years from now, we will have at least ten projects going, totalling 30,000 hectares. That’s roughly three times the size of Paris”, says Ingrid Westman.
AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT WITH TBN ATLANTIC RAINFOREST
On January 9, TBN Atlantic Rainforest will take part in a Move the Money Investor Matchmaking event in Stokholm, Sweden. This event offers a unique opportunity for investors or carbon credit buyers to connect and engage with the company and likeminded investors dedicated to building a sustainable future. Learn more and register.
ABOUT:
- TBN Atlantic Rainforest is a forest restoration initiative that seeks to contribute to themitigation of climate warming by removing atmospheric carbon and storing it in forestbiomass, while promoting other additional ecosystem services, including soil conservation,water production, increased biodiversity, and landscape adequacy and connectivity.
- TBN brings together an experienced team of Brazilian reforestation and business professionals to help international companies with their requirements for ultra high quality carbon credits from reforestation projects in Brazil’s Atlantic Rainforest.
- TBN has selected a section of the Macacu Farm, located in Teresópolis-RJ in Brazil, for the implementation of its first pilot project.
- The Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Rainforest) is the second largest moist forest area in the world, and spreads over 17 different Brazilian states, including Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. After decades of deforestation for timber, sugar cane, coffee, cattle ranching, and urban sprawl, only 8 percent of the original forest is still standing.
- Mata Atlântica has been declared a biodiversity hotspot by UNESCO. Researchers have cataloged over 23,000 plants, 40 percent of which are endemic to the Mata Atlântica. Regarding fauna, scientists have recorded 264 mammal species, nearly 1,000 birds, 456 amphibians, over 300 reptiles, and 350 freshwater fish. In all, 31 percent of these are found nowhere else. 61 percent (282 species) of the Mata Atlântica's amphibians are only found there.
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This is a very interesting solution. I’m looking forward to learning more during our webinar on January 9th. Join us: https://www.wedonthavetime.org/events/movethemoney-investor-matchmaking3
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This is great.planting trees will help solve the issue of climate change by a huge Percentage
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Immediate action should be taken so as to help deal with the climate change Crisis sooner
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I hope that the new trees are planted with biochar.
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@andy_kadir_buxton_320 We use the local compost for our first project, but I will ask our scientist if biochar could be an alternative. That would be great.
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Such an important initiative! If you want to know more about TBN Atlantic Rainforest please join us for an online webinar on January 9th Please register here https://www.wedonthavetime.org/events/movethemoney-investor-matchmaking3
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@Johannes_Luiga Thank you for letting us know. I registered and added the event in my calender.
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This is a remarkable initiative and a true win for the planet and its people!
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This is incredible,,,,at times it's best for us to focus on nature based solutions compared to tech-which ofcourse requires running costs but the rainforests are there ,,,,carrying along other benefits as well
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If implemented well, this initiative can serve as an example for similar efforts worldwide.
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Impressive the TBN investment will play a huge role in environmental conservation
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The rain forest is a testament of the important of trees.
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@tabitha_kimani 💚💚