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Impact Projects

CO2 TRUST connects businesses and individuals directly with verified impact projects that create measurable environmental and social change. Rather than abstract transactions, we focus on tangible projects where you can see exactly where your support goes and track the real impact.

What Are Impact Projects?​

Impact projects are verified initiatives that create measurable positive change in areas such as:

  • Regenerative Agriculture: Farms implementing soil restoration, biochar application, and sustainable farming practices
  • Biodiversity Conservation: Projects protecting ecosystems, restoring habitats, and preserving species
  • Sustainable Community Development: Initiatives supporting local communities through sustainable practices
  • Carbon Reduction: Projects implementing innovative solutions to reduce carbon emissions
  • Waste Reduction: Programs diverting waste and creating circular economy solutions
  • Water Conservation: Initiatives protecting and restoring water resources
  • Research & Innovation: Cutting-edge projects developing new climate solutions

Verified Impact Partners​

Each impact project on CO2 TRUST is represented by a verified impact partner—a farm, business, non-profit, or community organization that:

Provides Transparent Information​

  • Project Details: Location, practices, methodologies, and goals
  • Impact Metrics: Verified data on environmental and social outcomes
  • Certifications: Third-party verification and SDG alignment
  • Stories: Real impact stories and testimonials from the field

Demonstrates Measurable Impact​

Every impact partner provides verified metrics showing:

  • Carbon Impact: Tons of CO₂ reduced or sequestered
  • Environmental Benefits: Acres restored, biodiversity protected, soil health improved
  • Social Benefits: Community members impacted, jobs created, local economic growth
  • Project Scale: Current impact and projected future outcomes

Implements Proven Practices​

Impact partners use verified methodologies such as:

  • Regenerative agriculture and soil carbon enhancement
  • Biochar application for carbon sequestration
  • Forest restoration and conservation
  • Sustainable waste management
  • Water conservation and restoration
  • Community-based conservation programs

Example: Springwood Acres​

Springwood Acres LLC is a featured impact partner demonstrating regenerative agriculture:

  • Location: Portland, Oregon (80 acres: 40 agricultural + 40 forest)
  • Mission: Soil reclamation and regenerative agriculture rehabilitation
  • Practices:
    • Layered "field-built Terra Preta" soil system
    • Biochar application (160.5 cubic yards delivered, 3,600 yd³ approved)
    • Cover crops, microbial inoculation, rotational grazing
  • Impact:
    • 5-7 acres of degraded hillside converted to productive pasture
    • 18-24" of new soil depth created
    • Carbon sequestration potential: 44.23 tCO₂e
    • Improved water infiltration and organic matter

This is just one example of the verified impact partners you can support directly through CO2 TRUST.

How to Support Impact Projects​

For Businesses​

  1. Explore Impact Partners: Browse verified impact partners by category, location, and impact type
  2. Review Impact Metrics: See transparent data on environmental and social outcomes
  3. Choose Projects: Select projects that align with your sustainability goals
  4. Support Directly: Provide support with full visibility into where it goes
  5. Track Impact: Monitor verified metrics and project updates

For Individuals​

  1. Discover Projects: Explore impact partners creating change in areas you care about
  2. Learn About Impact: Read detailed project profiles, impact metrics, and stories
  3. Support Projects: Choose projects that match your values and interests
  4. See Results: Track verified impact metrics and project updates

Impact Categories​

Impact projects on CO2 TRUST span multiple categories:

  • Sustainable Agriculture: Regenerative farming, soil health, sustainable practices
  • Carbon Reduction: Innovative solutions reducing carbon emissions
  • Waste Reduction: Circular economy and waste diversion programs
  • Biodiversity: Ecosystem protection and species conservation
  • Research: Climate science and innovation
  • Innovation: Cutting-edge environmental technologies
  • Community Development: Sustainable community initiatives
  • Water Conservation: Water protection and restoration

Verification and Transparency​

Every impact partner on CO2 TRUST provides:

  • Verified Impact Metrics: Third-party verified data on outcomes
  • Methodology Documentation: Clear explanation of practices and approaches
  • SDG Alignment: Alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Certifications: Relevant environmental and social certifications
  • Location Information: Geographic details and community context
  • Impact Stories: Real stories and testimonials from project sites

Why Support Impact Projects Directly?​

Transparency​

See exactly where your support goes and what it achieves through verified metrics and project updates.

Measurable Impact​

Track real outcomes—carbon reduced, acres restored, biodiversity protected, communities impacted.

Direct Connection​

Connect directly with projects on the ground, learning about their practices and seeing their impact.

Verified Results​

Every project provides third-party verification, certifications, and transparent impact data.

Real Stories​

Read impact stories and testimonials from project sites, seeing the real difference your support makes.

Next Steps​