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AfforestationForestry projectNouvelle AquitaineLabel Bas-Carbone · Labelled
Le bois de Franchon
15.2 ha
Area
4,464 t
CO₂
29,350
Trees planted
Project presentation
Located in the heart of Nouvelle Aquitaine, this afforestation project spans 15.2 hectares in the municipality of Arsague. Certified with the Low-Carbon Label, it will sequester 4,464 tons of CO₂ over its lifetime. With 29,350 trees from 3 different species, this project actively promotes biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.
Planted species (3)
Species diversity strengthens forest resilience against diseases and climate change.
Pin Taeda / à l'encens (Pinus taeda)
Séquoia toujours vert
Sequoia sempervirens · Cupressaceae
Le plus grand arbre vivant du monde (115 m pour Hyperion en Californie). Introduit en Europe au XIXe siècle comme ornement, il commence à être planté en foresterie.
Did you know?
L'arbre le plus haut du monde, Hyperion, est un séquoia de 115,92 m. Son écorce épaisse et tannique le protège naturellement des incendies.
Tulipier de Virginie (Liriodendron tulipifera)
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
96%
This project sequesters 293.7 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
High impact83%
With 3 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
Very high impact93%
Over 15.2 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 impact89%
With 1931 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 15.2 ha in Arsague 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.
6
Clean Water and Sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water
Why this project: The vegetation cover on 15.2 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 15.2 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 4,464 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 15.2 ha in Arsague plants 3 different species, recreating a complete forest ecosystem: wildlife habitat, ecological corridors, and soil biodiversity enrichment through mycorrhizal fungi.
Project timeline
Project notification
August 24, 2021The project owner submits their application to the ministry.
File submission
August 24, 2021The complete file is submitted to the competent authority for review.
Labelling
November 25, 2021The project is validated and receives the official Low-Carbon Label.
Planting
January 2023Selected tree species are planted on the plot.
Year 1 monitoring
November 2022Project performance indicators check — year 1/5.
Year 2 monitoring
November 2023Project performance indicators check — year 2/5.
Year 3 monitoring
November 2024Project performance indicators check — year 3/5.
Year 4 monitoring
November 2025Project performance indicators check — year 4/5.
Year 5 monitoring
November 2026Project performance indicators check — year 5/5.
Verification audit
May 2051An independent auditor verifies on site that the project carbon objectives have been met.
Final certification
November 2051Emission reductions are verified and carbon credits are definitively issued.
📍 Location
Town
Arsague
Postal code
40330
Department
Landes (40)
Region
Nouvelle Aquitaine
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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