What's on Offer for Landowners
Landowners are being offered a unique opportunity to participate in the CO2 AUSTRALIA™ Carbon Sequestration Program.
Landholder Benefits
CO2 Australia will pay the landowner for the use of their land. This is usually an upfront payment commensurate with the current market value of the land. This payment is in recognition of the long term nature of the CO2 AUSTRALIA™ Carbon Sequestration Program, and the fact that arable land is taken out of production. In return, CO2 Australia takes an interest in the land called a Forestry Right.
In addition to the upfront costs, CO2 Australia will pay for all establishment and ongoing maintenance costs in relation to the planting, as well as costs associated with mapping and planting design.
Additional Benefits of the Plantations
Landowners receive a number of additional benefits from the mallee eucalypt plantings including:
