Carbon Program

NSWWT can help you achieve and finance your forest stewardship goals.

The Nova Scotia Working Woodlands Trust is currently working with carbon developers who are interested in purchasing our forest carbon credits. All we need is to develop a pool of land stewards that collectively own 10,000 acres - a small fraction of private woodlands in Nova Scotia.

To reach this 10,000 acre goal, we are currently looking for properties that have:

  • over 200 forested acres

  • a high component (more than 50%) of mature forest (60 years or older)

  • special stewardship value

If you think your woodlot might qualify, we invite you to reach out to us, and we can share more insights on the process of entering into an easement.

Carbon agreements are integrated within our easement agreements and allow NSWWT to access carbon markets through an aggregated pool. The immediate purpose of the carbon agreement is to cover the costs of the endowment. However, once the endowment is paid for, there may be dividends available to the woodlot steward.

We encourage participation from woodlot stewards whose primary interest is to place an easement on their property, rather than financially gain from the carbon agreement.  

Interested in placing an easement on your property?

We’re here to make it work for you.

Land Steward Benefits:

  • Working Forest Easement placed on your property 

  • Long-term, annual monitoring ensuring the terms of the easement are upheld 

  • Expert consultations with forest professionals 

  • Stewardship plans that are customized for your unique goals for your land 

  • Funding to help you reach your goals 

  • Long-term peace of mind that your woodlot will be managed carefully in perpetuity 

  • Access to a network of other committed land stewards 

Woodlot requirements:

  • Over 200 forested acres

  • Forest comprised of 50% or more mature forest (over 60 years)

  • Either managed or natural state

  • Presence of wildlife or special habitat features

Still have questions?

Dive deeper into what NSWWT has to offer by watching our most recent Information Session. This comprehensive video covers everything you need to know about partnering with the Trust, from property eligibility and easements to field services and zoning.

Gain an in-depth understanding of what it means to become a partner land steward and discover how NSWWT can support your land management goals.