Reforestation
Carbon credits
Kenya
Nature-based solutions
Green Earth
Climate Impact Partners, Green Earth, and a multinational pharmaceutical company today announced a long-term offtake agreement for the full volume (in excess of 1.5 million tonnes) of expected verified carbon credits from the Mount Kenya Regenerative Agroforestry Project—a large-scale reforestation project across the Mount Kenya and Aberdare regions.
Green Earth and Climate Impact Partners at signing ceremony in Kenya.
Developed by Green Earth, the project focuses on reforestation and agroforestry of up to
15,000 hectares across areas affected by forest degradation and land conversion. It is
designed to restore native tree cover, improve soil and water health, protect biodiversity, and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for thousands of smallholder farmers.
Project impacts include:
- Large-scale landscape restoration across two of Kenya’s most important
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Strengthening of biodiversity, including the recovery of native species and habitats.
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Improved soil and water health, supporting long-term climate and community resilience.
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Livelihood creation, including training, employment, and new income opportunities for smallholder farmers.
- Community-centred design, with benefits and yields retained by communities.
Green Earth and Climate Impact Partners at signing ceremony in Kenya.
Climate Impact Partners partnered with the pharmaceutical company to select and secure
this high quality project, applying its deep carbon market expertise to ensure it meets
requirements across climate, community, and biodiversity impact. The project was validated and registered under Verra’s Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) in 2024, with first issuance expected in 2027.
With expert guidance from Climate Impact Partners, the project is now transitioning to
VM0047—an ICVCM Core Carbon Principles (CCP) approved ARR methodology.
Tree nursery of the Green Earth Mount Kenya Regenerative Agroforestry Project, Kenya.
Selwyn Duijvestijn, CEO, Green Earth commented: “Nature-based projects take time, discipline, and an on-the-ground presence. Working with Climate Impact Partners to secure this long-term offtake agreement provides important revenue visibility for the project and demonstrates the strong global demand for high-quality, community-centred carbon credits. It is a significant milestone in our mission to restore landscapes and improve livelihoods across the region.”
Sheri Hickok, CEO, Climate Impact Partners said: “Long‑term offtake agreements are one of the most effective ways to scale high‑quality carbon removals, and a clear signal as the market transitions towards an infrastructure‑like model. They provide the certainty projects need and the integrity climate‑leading companies demand. This partnership demonstrates how organisations can act today to secure high‑quality credits for their long‑term climate goals by directing capital to projects that deliver measurable, lasting impact.”
Aerial photo of the Green Earth Mount Kenya Regenerative Agroforestry Project, Kenya.
For further information please contact:
Hannah Blackmore, PR and Communications Director
Hannah.blackmore@climateimpact.com
About Climate Impact Partners
Climate Impact Partners is the trusted partner for organizations taking ambitious climate
action. With 27+ years of experience, they’ve helped leading businesses reduce more
than 150 million tonnes of CO₂e - turning climate ambition into measurable results.
We deliver high-quality carbon market solutions: developing and financing impactful projects with local partners, managing carbon credit and energy attribute certificate portfolios, and helping companies put a price on carbon to drive change. By connecting corporates, governments, innovators, and project partners, we accelerate investment in climate solutions that deliver verified impact and advance progress toward net-zero goals.
About Green Earth
Green Earth is an end-to-end project developer of high-quality, large-scale nature-based solutions accredited by leading standards. The company is driven by a mission to make regeneration scalable and investable for people and the planet. Green Earth’s projects enhance biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and improve community livelihoods worldwide. Green Earth oversees the full project lifecycle, from initial design to long-term monitoring and credit issuance, ensuring integrity and transparency at every stage.
The company’s global team of specialists combines world-class expertise with a local presence to deliver measurable environmental and social outcomes that enable businesses and governments to achieve net zero while creating lasting economic value. Green Earth Group is publicly listed on Euronext Amsterdam under the ticker symbol AEX:EARTH and ISIN code NL0009169515. www.green.earth
Trees planted as part of the Green Earth Mount Kenya Regenerative Agroforestry Project, Kenya.
