Support Forest Recovery in British Columbia
Your purchase directly supports the restoration of wildfire-impacted forests in the Nicola Watershed of British Columbia. Through a partnership between Veritree and local experts at Cariboo Carbon Solutions, five native trees will be planted and monitored on your behalf.
This project is part of a larger effort to restore over 25,000 hectares of forest and river ecosystems that were damaged by severe wildfires. By planting a mix of fire-resistant native species—including Douglas-fir, Ponderosa pine, and hybrid spruce—the project helps accelerate forest recovery, reduce future fire risk, improve wildlife habitat, and support water resilience in the region.
Importantly, the work is done in collaboration with local First Nations, incorporating traditional ecological knowledge to ensure culturally respectful and sustainable land stewardship.
What Your Support Means
- 5 trees planted and monitored using geospatial tools
- Contribution to long-term carbon storage and biodiversity
- Supports local communities and Indigenous partnerships
A Note on Carbon and Tree Planting
While tree planting contributes to carbon sequestration, it's important to note that this process occurs over decades, not instantly. Each tree in this project is estimated to sequester 1.08 tonnes of CO₂ over its lifetime, assuming it survives and matures. However, forests face risks such as drought, pests, or wildfire, which may affect long-term outcomes.
Supporting this project is not the same as purchasing certified carbon offsets (where carbon sequestration or avoidance has already been realized and verified). Rather, it represents a nature-based contribution to ecosystem restoration, with the co-benefits of biodiversity recovery, community resilience, and climate adaptation.
