RE-SPIRE WESTERWALD

Building climate-resilient mixed forests in Germany through reforestation and natural regeneration on formerly forested areas that have been strongly damaged by the effects of climate change in recent years. 

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ABOUT THIS PROJECT

RESTORING CLIMATE-RESILIENT MIXED FORESTS IN WESTERWALD

The project area is located in the Palatinate part of the Westerwald and has been largely damaged by storms, droughts, and bark beetles since 2018. Through the establishment and long-term maintenance of climate-tolerant tree species and adapted wildlife management, the project ensures the development of a climate-resilient mixed forest. This forest not only stores carbon in the long term but also provides high-quality habitat, recreational space, and promotes biodiversity.

Sustainable forest management through selective timber harvesting creates jobs and generates long-term income for the forest-owning communities. The management of the forest areas is certified according to the FSC standard. The Re-Spire Westerwald project stands out as the first certified forest carbon project in Germany developed according to recognized principles and criteria using proven instruments of the voluntary carbon market, ensuring the same quality and robustness as international offsetting projects.

While Re-Spire follows Gold Standard principles and holds an ISO 14064 certification to quantify carbon impact, it is important to note that it is not verified under an ICROA-endorsed carbon crediting standard and therefore cannot be used for traditional stand-alone offsetting purposes. Instead, Re-Spire contributes to our innovative CliMates bundle, where credits from ICROA-endorsed carbon standards are combined with additional impact from our regional project. This approach enhances the overall climate benefit while maintaining full transparency and adherence to international standards.

What makes this project stand out:

  • Regenerating Germany's forests
  • A window into reforestation: Site visits are possible
  • 100% transparency: Real-time project data with our Geo-Digital Solutions
  • Enhancement and restoration of ecosystem services

 

PROJECT KEY FACTS

Location

Westerwald, Germany

Project size

94.85 ha

Emission removal

Crediting Period: 2019-2058
Annual removal: 737 t CO2e
This project is not included in a formal carbon crediting program, so buffer pools are not applied in the same way as in projects generating tradable carbon credits.

Project partners

Re-Spire GmbH

Standard

FSC
ISO 14064-2:2019(E): This standard outlines the principles for quantifying, monitoring, and reporting GHG emissions reductions and removals.

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PROJECT BENEFITS

OUR CONTRIBUTION ON SITE

Social
  • Preserves a diverse recreational area for local leisure
  • Establishes a natural educational space for schools and kindergartens
  • Fosters community health and well-being through recreational amenities
Environmental
  • Establishing a climate-resilient mixed forest across 94.8 hectares within a 1500-hectare area, featuring a diverse array of 18-19 tree species
  • Creating high-quality habitat for flora and fauna and restoring vital terrestrial ecosystems
  • Improving soil fertility through small-scale mix of tree species
  • Regulating and purification of water and air 
Economic
  • Promoting sustainable production of timber as environmentally friendly construction material
  • Long-term safeguarding of local employment
  • Develops a sustainable economic model through carbon trading 

THIS PROJECT FOCUSES ON THE FOLLOWING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

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  • Impact report

last updated: 08.01.2025

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