OffsetFarm

Climate Action Program for Community-led Carbon Sequestration

OffsetFarm and Udaipur Urja Initiatives are transforming 20,000 hectares in Udaipur by planting 8 million trees, removing 3 million tonnes of CO2, and creating 650 jobs, focusing on community leadership and sustainability.

Location

Udaipur

Beneficiaries

70,000 farmers
20,000 ha for afforestation

SDGs

OVERVIEW

Community-Led Afforestation Initiative in Udaipur

Community-Led Afforestation

OffsetFarm and Udaipur Urja Initiatives collaborate to transform 20,000 hectares of fallow land, combating land degradation and desertification.
Sustainability and Empowerement

Planting 8 million native trees will remove 3 million tonnes of CO2, create jobs for 650 locals (over 50% women), and establish 250 nurseries for biodiversity, all with community involvement and leadership.

Natural regeneration and growth

Upper ridge

Shallow soil depth, low moisture

Thorny, high drought & heat tolerant species

Kher (Acacia catechu)
Aonla (Emblica ooficianelis)
Ber (Zizyphus mauritiana)

Middle ridge

Medium soil depth & moisture

Moderate to high drought & heat tolerance

Palash (Butea monosperma)
Neem (Azadirachta indica)
Shisam (Dalbergia sissoo)

Lower ridge

High soil depth & moisture

Broad leaved with dense canopy, need high moisture

Aam/Mango (Mangifera indica)
Karanj (Pongamia pinnata)
Mahua (Madhuca longifolia)

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION

Natural biofencing

Fencing is crucial to facilitate the growth of young saplings. Instead of man-made fencing, we are using bio-fencing with a native cactus species "Thoor". It effectively prevents damage, promotes biodiversity conservation, and defines boundaries. Additionally, it is valued by local inhabitants for its remarkable antibacterial properties used in wound treatment.

Impacts and benefits

Our project is dedicated to working with communities, with a special focus on women, who make up over 50% of the participants. By fostering inclusivity and empowerment, we create opportunities for sustainable livelihoods and improved well-being.