How do I know that the CO2 will not be returned to the atmosphere if the plantings die or are cleared?
All planting sites will have carbon rights and covenants registered to ensure that they remain under trees for at least 100 years. The requirement for the Department of Climate Change’s Greenhouse Friendly standard is 70 years. Clearing or killing of the trees is forbidden by the carbon covenants. These are registered on the land title and remain for 100 years even if the property changes ownership. Carbon Neutral aims for at least 80% survival and in some cases, infill planting or re-planting will be required. Monitoring of planting sites is carried out on a regular basis.
