Improving the climate
Promoting biodiversity
Social benefits

Clustered Project in the Northern Region of Paraguay

The expansion area of the Clustered Project in the Northern Eastern region of Paraguay covers the departments of Concepción, Amambay, San Pedro and Canindeyú. In its first project instance (PAI 1), it includes the Trementina and San Liberato estates (35,764 ha) and plans to expand to 1,000,000 hectares, divided between eucalyptus plantations, conservation and restoration areas.

Areas dedicated to the conservation and restoration of forests and savannas protect and improve the habitat of more than 22 species of flora and 36 species of fauna that are in the category of threat at the national level.

A Project that Connects Biodiversity and Development
Project Area
195,548 hectares in 23 properties.
Biodiversity
Around 30% of native ecosystem areas will be restored
Expansion
Target: 1,000,000 hectares.
Location of the first instance of the Paracel project (PAI 1): Trementina (TM) and San Liberato (SL), acquired properties and expansion area.
WGS 1984 UTM Zone 21S Coordinate System.
Source: Own elaboration with resources from Paracel S.A.
Rural Communities
National Roads
Rios
First instance of the project
Paracel Properties
Indigenous Communities
Key Areas for Biodiversity
National Protection Areas
Project Area
Departments
Paraguay

Objectives of the Project

1

Carbon Capture and Climate Mitigation:

Implement afforestation and reforestation in degraded areas to capture carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

2

Restoration of Native Ecosystems:

Implementation of techniques for the restoration of conservation forests and savannas to promote biodiversity and biological connectivity.

3

Sustainable Pulp Production:

Establish eucalyptus plantations to achieve an annual production of 1.8 million tons of pulp, complying with zero deforestation standards.

4

Social Impact:

Generate formal employment, improve the quality of life of local communities and promote gender equity.

Main Activities

High Quality Pulp Production
  • The project uses eucalyptus cultivation not only to capture carbon, but also to produce wood pulp for global markets. This ensures a sustainable value chain that balances production and conservation.
Environmental Monitoring and Supervision
  • Regular environmental impact assessments are carried out to ensure that forestry practices are effective and sustainable.
  • Indicators such as soil quality, biodiversity and carbon capture are constantly being measured.
Reforestation and Afforestation
  • Massive planting of trees, including native species, to restore degraded ecosystems.
  • Creation of biological corridors that connect fragmented habitats, increasing biodiversity.
Community Collaboration
  • Active partnership with local communities to include them in the decision-making process.
  • Environmental education and job training programs as fundamental pillars.
Impacted Regions

Departments of Concepción, Amambay, San Pedro and Canindeyú, in the Eastern region of Paraguay.

Project Duration

From December 12, 2019 to December 11, 2069 (50 years of accreditation).

Problem Addressed

Land Degradation and Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GEOGIS).

Certification Process

Our Carbon Forest Project (ARR) is currently being validated and verified under the VCS (Verified Carbon) and CCB (Climate, Community and Biodiversity) Standards of the Verra organization.
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Environmental Impact

The project adopts a landscape approach to integrate plantations with local ecosystems, promoting:
Biodiversity Conservation
Protection of species and habitats, connectivity and restoration of degraded ecosystems.
Reducing Emissions
Carbon capture through afforestation and reforestation in historically degraded areas.
Responsible Management of Natural Resources
Implementation of plans for water, soil and biodiversity management.

Social and Economic Impact

It promotes social and economic development through employment generation, infrastructure improvement and community strengthening.
Creation of 3,030 full-time formal jobs, improving local working conditions.
Construction and maintenance of roads, expanding access to drinking water and improving public services.
Implementation of social programs aimed at strengthening the quality of life in 16 rural communities and 10 indigenous communities, promoting their integral development.

Future Perspectives

The Paracel ARR Carbon Forest Project is presented as a replicable model of sustainability that balances carbon capture, environmental restoration and social development.

The success in the Eastern region of Paraguay demonstrates its potential to be applied in other contexts, positioning itself as a global reference in climate initiatives.

Adaptable Model
Ideal for regions with similar needs, ensuring sustainable solutions.
Innovation and Expansion
It promotes advanced technologies and global strategic alliances.

In addition, the project will contribute to the following global sustainable development objectives through the programs established in each component.

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