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Turning wees and poos into trees

When my partner and I became new parents deciding on which nappy to use was no mean feat. Apparently having the “right” kind of nappy can make all the difference. So what is the “right” kind of nappy? When we started to look into the options we were completely overwhelmed – so many styles and brands to choose from, which ones would be most absorbent, which ones would be better for the environment, what could we afford?

Once we had emerged from the early blur of parenthood. we eventually settled on a combination of reusables and disposables. However, by the birth of our second baby, we were committed to using cloth reusables, thinking that we were doing the environment a favour. No more wheeling out garbage bins full of stinky disposables. But now we had the washing machine working around the clock, using up enough water to fill a dozen Olympic swimming pools.

What next? Despite doing loads of research on, and trying out various brands and styles, we were still left with the environmental impact of our nappy usage.

Whilst there is an ongoing nappy debate about the merits of using reusable versus disposable, there is no arguing that every nappy used has a lasting impact on the environment – disposables with their massive use of non-renewable resources and bleaching chemicals; and cloth and reusable nappies with large amounts of pesticides and water used during the growth of conventional cotton, plus the ongoing water, energy and detergent usage to keep them clean.

So I decided the only way to lessen our nappy environmental impact was to do something about it — wee by wee, poo by poo and tree by tree.

Rob Clode
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Frequently asked questions

Legally protected native forests are planted, absorbing carbon as they grow. The Full Carbon Accounting Model (FullCAM), developed by the CSIRO and approved by the Australian Government, is employed to monitor and measure the carbon uptake in each forest. These biodiverse forests not only sequester carbon but also bring ecological benefits, providing habitat for local wildlife, conserving biodiversity, enhancing soil health, and improving water quality and retention.
When supporting carbon offset initiatives, your funding contributes to future reforestation projects that would not happen without your help. These projects involve planting new protected forests that actively absorb and store the carbon you've offset as they mature. This approach to climate action enables supporters to offset their emissions and finance reforestation efforts, ensuring continuous carbon capture throughout the forest's lifetime. This not only reduces carbon in the atmosphere but also promotes long-term ecosystem restoration and biodiversity conservation. On the other hand, traditional carbon credits typically come from completed projects and may vary in quality and impact. These credits are created as tradeable assets after auditing the completed project. Many carbon credits are based on the concept of "avoided" carbon, such as "avoided deforestation," which calculates the carbon saved by not cutting down existing forests. While protecting old forests remains important, some organisations do not support the "avoided" carbon calculation approach. To learn more about the specific advantages of alternative approaches, explore the differences in carbon offset strategies.
Our partners use multi-phase verification processes:
  • CSIRO: The Full Carbon Accounting Model (FullCAM), developed by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) and approved by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water, measures the carbon uptake of the forests at each planting site.
  • EY: The carbon estate receives annual assurance from EY.
  • Pitcher Partners: Independent audits are conducted by Pitcher Partners, and carbon on title agreements are authorised by each landholder.
  • Aboriginal Carbon Foundation: The Aboriginal Carbon Foundation verifies projects with social and cultural benefits identified by Traditional Owners.
Our projects are currently exclusively located in Australia and New Zealand and are overseen by our dedicated Revegetation Team. The majority of these projects are situated in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Queensland.
The forests we help plant are legally protected through an on-title agreement that extends up to 100 years. This protection prevents land clearing, harvesting, and house construction, even if the land changes ownership. As a result, the planted forests fulfill their carbon obligation, along with providing ecological benefits characteristic of established native forests. Regular visits are made to each planting site during the establishment phase to assess tree health, growth rate, and the emergence of forest complexity, including the presence of forest birdlife. Whenever feasible, satellite imagery and drones are employed to gather additional data.
The decision to protect trees for 100 years gives the forests a substantial head start. The hope is that by the end of this century, attitudes and policies enabling rapid deforestation will have transformed. Considerable resources and efforts are invested in imposing a legal encumbrance on the forests. The goal is for the forests to thrive for centuries, providing critical climate action and becoming well-established for generations to come.
Bushfires and drought are a reality in Australia, and their impacts worsen with climate change. To address this, resilient ecosystems are established to regenerate and cope with crises long-term. Once legally protected, if natural disasters like fire, floods, or drought occur, intervention measures include replacement or replanting in other areas. After the Black Summer fire season, seven forests were directly impacted, but through monitoring, they naturally regenerated, showcasing the importance of planting resilient native biodiverse forests.
A variety of native species are always planted, forming the foundation for a diverse forest to develop. The selection of local canopy and understory species is based on government-approved best practice guidelines and consideration of the local landscape. By incorporating locally adaptive species, the aim is to establish a resilient forest that can flourish over the next century. Each forest typically includes between 20 and 50 unique species, all of which are endemic to the specific site.

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