Paraguayan Chaco Neem Reforestation Project
Reforesting
degraded land
OVERVIEW
HECTARES FOR PLANTING
10.140 HA
CREDITS (tCO2e)
1.76M
TARGET BY 2035
1.5M Trees
nOW planted
200.000 trees on 1356 HA
Standard
VCS+ & Social Carbon
TYPE
ARR
status
Registered
VERRA ID
fIRST ISSUANCE
2024
location
Paraguay’s Gran Chaco
pAST OF LAND
Cattle farming
Purpose of project
This is a grouped reforestation project that:
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Restores more than hundred thousand hectares of degraded cattle grazing land.
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Merges advanced reforestation techniques with sustainable tech-driven planting.
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Works hand in hand with landowners to align traditional agriculture and cattle ranching with sustainable reforestation and enhanced vegetation cover.
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Creates meaningful skilled employment, for all genders.
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Provides education for employees’ children.
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Can scale significantly.
Location
The Paraguayan Chaco Neem Reforestation Project is located in the Gran Chaco, a region famous for its dry and hostile conditions.
The area is traditionally used for livestock, having its vegetation cover suppressed over the years.
Creating
permanent
forests
our incentive
The projects’ objective is to plant trees on over an initial 10.141 hectares of privately owned, degraded pasture.
We offer vegetation cover to the soil and shade to the animals raised, by changing the traditional pasture system to a silvopastoral system.
It is the key enabler in convincing the existing large scale landowners to partake in the reforestation project and restore their degraded land without interfering in their original activities or altering their resources.
Our approach
Social impact
Empowering Communities Sustainably
The project significantly enhances the social and economic well-being of local communities by providing new income sources and resources.
Examples of resources provided:
Sport field | Internet connection | Teaching supplies | Free housing, food, utilities | Social, health insurance |
and much more...
Located in a remote area, we established a self-sufficient village with solar power, electrical grid, water supply, and its’ own school, El Retiro, which offers high-quality education and fosters environmental awareness.
Idyllica also creates diverse employment opportunities, particularly for women, and supports entrepreneurial efforts. Certified by Social Carbon, the project yields valuable downstream products for various uses, contributing to both community welfare and forest permanence.
INNOVATION
Technology
WHAT WE DO
1. Seed Nurturing:
We start with carefully nurtured seeds for optimal growth.
2. Field Prep:
Drone mapping and 3D analysis ensure precise field preparation.
3. GPS Planting:
GPS-guided tractors plant trees with accuracy.
4. Advanced Irrigation:
Hydrogel and planting boxes optimize water use.
5. Real-Time Monitoring:
LoRaWAN sensors and drone data provide insights into tree health and irrigation needs.
6. AI Integration:
AI optimizes every step, from planting to growth.
WHY IT MATTERS
1. Healthy Growth:
Nurtured seeds lead to strong, healthy trees.
2. Higher Survival Rates:
Advanced techniques boost tree survival.
3. Efficient Water Use:
Simplified irrigation reduces waste and extends watering intervals.
4. Resource Conservation:
Sustainable methods conserve water and energy.
5. Close Monitoring:
Real-time data optimizes tree health and growth.
6. Individual Care:
Each tree receives tailored monitoring and care.
