Dalmally, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Glenorchy Farm

Glenorchy Farm

The vision for Glenorchy Farm’s native woodland is to revive some of the ancient Caledonian Forest of the area, enhancing biodiversity and contributing to ecological balance. 

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Project highlights

Glenorchy Farm lies within a small glen, identified in Jim Crumley's book The Great Wood as the heart of the ancient Caledonian Forest. Over time, the landscape has been overtaken by Sitka and Larch plantations, though remnants of the original forest still remain. Scroll to read more about this fascinating project.

Project stats

  • Trees planted: 60,809 trees planted 
  • TCO2 sequestration (expected over lifetime): 12,261
  • Planted: Winter 2020

Credit Type

Pending Issuance Units (PIUs) - carbon neutrality and net zero claims cannot be made until these credits convert to verified Woodland Carbon Units (WCUs). Please consult our FAQs for more information.

White Woodland Carbon Code logo with tree and leaf design, symbolising standards for woodland carbon sequestration and management.

Additional Benefits

Aerial view of woodland creation project improving water quality, showcasing natural vegetation and a meandering stream in a restoring landscape.

Improved water quality

Trees can intercept runoff from other land uses that could be potentially harmful to the river system such as fertilisers, pesticides, herbicides, animal waste and silt.
Close-up of pink flowers, creating habitat for biodiversity.

Biodiversity uplift

These projects will increase the amount, and variety, of flora and fauna species in the area.
Peatland restoration project showcasing healthy wetlands, vital for flood mitigation, biodiversity enhancement, and carbon sequestration.

Flood mitigation

By intercepting, slowing, and/or absorbing surface and groundwater, trees help to prevent soil erosion. Healthy peat is believed to have greater soil water storage capacity, slowing the release of stored water.
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About

This project aims to restore a piece of ancient forest. Over 30 hectares of land have been set aside for planting a diverse range of native species, including Downy Birch, Alder, Sessile Oak, Scots Pine, and more. The goal is to enhance biodiversity and create vital habitat corridors for wildlife such as Red Squirrel, Pine Marten, Otter, and Golden Eagle.

The new woodland will also serve as a natural screen, blending with the surrounding landscape and Sitka forests. This effort aligns with the Argyll and Bute Woodland and Forestry Strategy, promoting net woodland expansion, carbon sequestration, and the restoration of semi-natural habitats. Management will focus on allowing trees to mature naturally, with minimal intervention as they self-thin over time.

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Project details

Technology, mechanism and certifications

This woodland is accredited by the Woodland Carbon Code, a quality assurance standard that is backed by the UK government.

Reduction type

Removal

Project duration

This project’s crediting period is 100 years. Please refer to the Woodland Carbon Code’s website for more details on risk management and permanence criteria.

SDGs

Sustainable Development Goal 15, Life on Land, icon Sustainable Development Goal 13, Climate Action, icon

FAQs

How much should I contribute?

The amount you invest is up to you. It can be as little as supporting one tonne of carbon, or an entire woodland!

If you'd like to match your membership to a specific activity, for example, your organisation's Scope 3 emissions or a flight you took recently, we recommend working towards a science-based estimate. If you'd like to contribute something in the meantime, while you're processing all of that data and making those calculations, here's some guidance on what your approximate footprint might be.

Please note: using nature-based investments to allow BAU (or life as usual) is not our recommended approach. Behaviour change and business decarbonisation are essential too.

Who is behind the Carbon Club? How do I know if I can trust it?

The Carbon Club is powered by Forest Carbon, one of the UK’s most established and experienced woodland and peatland project developers. We’ve been around since before there was even a standard in place to regulate the sale of carbon credits in the UK (so we helped to develop one). You can learn more about our experience and story here.

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