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Projects are developed as follows:
Stage 1: Feasibility Study
This stage involves conducting a detailed Carbon Feasibility Study and building a robust Financial Model to ensure the viability of the project.
What’s Included:
Carbon Potential Assessment:
Estimation of carbon sequestration potential based on land type, size, and ecosystem characteristics.
Analysis of baseline emissions and expected reductions under project interventions.
Market Analysis:
Current and forecasted carbon credit prices in voluntary and compliance markets.
Identification of potential buyers and off-take agreements.
Risk Assessment:
Identification of environmental, regulatory, and financial risks.
Development of mitigation strategies tailored to the project location.
Financial Modeling:
Project cash flow forecasts and return-on-investment calculations.
Structuring of development costs, operating costs, and revenue streams.
Marketing Materials:
Development of pitch decks outlining the situation, threats, carbon potential and project financials.
Jurisdiction Assessment:
Evaluation of legislation, policy, and permissions required to initiate a carbon project in the chosen jurisdiction.
This stage ensures the project is viable, scalable, and attractive to investors.
Stage 2: Investment Roadshow and Governance Approvals
Offtake Agreement: Securing agreements with buyers to purchase carbon credits.
Development Financing: Raising funds for the next phase of the project.
Implementation Financing: Securing additional capital for full-scale execution.
MOUs: Establishing Memoranda of Understanding with government entities and financial institutions.
Stage 3: PDD, FPIC, and Due Diligence
After proving feasibility, we proceed to the detailed development phase, including:
Project Design Document (PDD):
Preparing the document for registration with carbon standards (e.g., Verra, ERS, Gold Standard).
Includes baseline studies, carbon calculations, and methodologies.
Community Engagement and FPIC:
Conducting Free, Prior, and Informed Consent processes to ensure local community support.
Collaboration on co-benefits such as job creation, infrastructure improvements, and ecosystem services.
Legal and Tax Due Diligence:
Verification of land tenure and ownership.
Assessment of compliance with national regulations and potential tax implications.
Legal Agreements:
Drafting agreements with the Ministry of Environment to secure permits and align with government frameworks.
Site Visits and Plot Testing:
On-the-ground verification of project conditions, including soil and biomass testing.
Between project ideation and project implementation lies project development. This is the crucial stage of building up trust between all stakeholders and developing a project that works for nature, local communities, and investors. It must also sit within the legislative framework of a host nation. Project development can take between two and three years given the scope and ambition of these projects.
