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AfforestationForestry projectPays de la LoireLabel Bas-Carbone · Labelled
La Grande Chenaye
14.2 ha
Area
4,754 t
CO₂
19,880
Trees planted
Project presentation
Located in the heart of Pays de la Loire, this afforestation project spans 14.2 hectares in the municipality of Saint Augustin des Bois. Certified with the Low-Carbon Label, it will sequester 4,754 tons of CO₂ over its lifetime. With 19,880 trees from 2 different species, this project actively promotes biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.
Planted species (2)
Species diversity strengthens forest resilience against diseases and climate change.
Chêne rouvre / sessile
Quercus petraea · Fagaceae
Arbre majestueux pouvant vivre plus de 500 ans et atteindre 40 m. Essence emblématique des forêts françaises, son bois est prisé en tonnellerie et ébénisterie.
Did you know?
Il représente environ 25 % de la surface boisée en France, c'est l'essence la plus répandue.
Charme commun
Carpinus betulus · Betulaceae
Arbre moyen (25 m) au tronc cannelé caractéristique. Bois extrêmement dur utilisé pour les billots de boucher et les pièces mécaniques.
Did you know?
Son bois est si dur qu'il était historiquement appelé « bois de fer » et servait à fabriquer les essieux de charrettes.
Environmental & social impacts
Beyond carbon sequestration, each project generates measurable positive impacts on the environment and local communities. Here is the detailed assessment of this project.
🌍Climate
93%
This project sequesters 334.8 tCO₂/ha over its lifetime. Carbon is captured in biomass (trunks, branches, roots) and soils. This is the project's primary impact: contributing to climate change mitigation by removing CO₂ from the atmosphere.
Biodiversity
Significant impact74%
With 2 different species (moderate diversity), this project creates a rich habitat for wildlife. The ecological corridors formed allow species to circulate, promoting pollination and natural biological pest control.
Water
High impact88%
Over 14.2 ha, the vegetation cover acts as a natural filter. Roots promote water infiltration into soils, reduce runoff and erosion, and enable groundwater recharge. Downstream water quality is directly improved.
Soils
High impact84%
With 1400 trees/ha, the root system structures the soil in depth. Litter (dead leaves, twigs) enriches organic matter, feeds soil microorganisms and increases water retention capacity. A living, fertile soil is the foundation of a resilient ecosystem.
Socio-economic
High impact84%
This project of 14.2 ha in Saint Augustin des Bois supports the local economy: direct jobs (planting, maintenance, monitoring), enhancement of the territory and natural heritage. It strengthens the link between rural communities and their environment, contributing to the ecological transition.
Sustainable Development Goals
The 17 SDGs are a global framework defined by the United Nations to build a sustainable future by 2030. This project directly contributes to 5 of them. Here's why.
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Clean Water and Sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water
Why this project: The vegetation cover on 14.2 ha naturally filters runoff water and promotes groundwater recharge. By reducing erosion and nutrient leaching, this project improves water quality available for local uses.
8
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth
Why this project: This project contributes to this goal through its carbon sequestration actions and strengthening of local ecosystems.
12
Responsible Consumption and Production
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Why this project: The sustainable forest management of this project of 14.2 ha ensures responsible wood production: planted trees will eventually provide timber or energy wood, replacing high carbon footprint materials.
13
Climate Action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
Why this project: This is the primary impact: this project sequesters 4,754 tons of CO2 over its lifetime, certified by the Low-Carbon Label. Every ton removed from the atmosphere directly contributes to fighting climate change.
15
Life on Land
Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems
Why this project: This project of 14.2 ha in Saint Augustin des Bois plants 2 different species, recreating a complete forest ecosystem: wildlife habitat, ecological corridors, and soil biodiversity enrichment through mycorrhizal fungi.
Project timeline
Project notification
June 28, 2020The project owner submits their application to the ministry.
File submission
July 2, 2020The complete file is submitted to the competent authority for review.
Labelling
November 2, 2020The project is validated and receives the official Low-Carbon Label.
Planting
January 2022Selected tree species are planted on the plot.
Year 1 monitoring
November 2021Project performance indicators check — year 1/5.
Year 2 monitoring
November 2022Project performance indicators check — year 2/5.
Year 3 monitoring
November 2023Project performance indicators check — year 3/5.
Year 4 monitoring
November 2024Project performance indicators check — year 4/5.
Year 5 monitoring
November 2025Project performance indicators check — year 5/5.
Verification audit
May 2050An independent auditor verifies on site that the project carbon objectives have been met.
Final certification
November 2050Emission reductions are verified and carbon credits are definitively issued.
📍 Location
Town
Saint Augustin des Bois
Postal code
49170
Department
Maine et Loire (49)
Region
Pays de la Loire
Label Bas-Carbone method · Afforestation
Planting a forest on land that has not been wooded for at least 10 years. The project stores carbon in biomass (trunks, branches, roots), soils and durable wood products.
The Low-Carbon Label is an official certification framework from the French Ministry of Ecological Transition. It guarantees that emission reductions are real, measurable, verifiable and additional (they would not have occurred without the project). Each project is audited by an independent body before labelling, then monitored throughout its duration.
How it works:
1. The project owner submits a file describing the reference scenario (without project) and the project scenario.
2. The difference between the two scenarios gives the net emission reductions, expressed in tons of CO₂ equivalent.
3. An independent auditor verifies the data in the field and validates the calculations.
4. The ministry issues the Low-Carbon Label and carbon credits are issued.
5. The project is monitored for 30 years with periodic verifications.
Project status
Label Bas-Carbone methodBOISEMENT
StatusLabelled
ODD
68121315
Impact score
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