Verified & ActiveGrassland Conservation

Colombia Savanna Restoration

Casanare Department, Colombia
2021-2024

Protection of threatened savanna grasslands from agricultural conversion, preserving unique ecosystems and carbon stocks in native grassland soils.

Colombia Savanna Restoration
105k
tCO₂e Available
$11.3
Per tonne
380,000
hectares
105,000
Credits Available
$11.3
Price per tonne
2021-2024
Vintage Year
VCS Grassland Conservation (VM0026)
Methodology
VCSCCBS
Standards
Project Overview

This grassland conservation project protects 380,000 hectares of native savanna (known locally as llanos) from conversion to intensive cattle ranching and agriculture. Colombian savannas store significant carbon in deep grassland soils. The project maintains traditional extensive livestock management while preventing agricultural intensification. The area supports unique wildlife including giant anteaters, capybaras, and over 300 bird species.

Key Technologies

Satellite Grassland Monitoring
Soil Carbon Sampling
Community Rangers
Wildlife Cameras
Project Timeline
Baseline Study
2019 - Soil carbon and vegetation surveys completed
Community Agreements
2020 - Partnerships with 18 ranching communities signed
VCS Validation
2022 - Project validated under VM0026 methodology
Monitoring Program
2023 - Community rangers trained for grassland monitoring
Purchase Calculator
Base Price:$11.3/tonne
Total:$0
Quick Facts
Project Area:380,000 hectares
Annual Reduction:~35,000 tCO₂e
Project Life:30 years
Registry ID:VCS-2078

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