FOREST CARBON QUANTIFICATION

This involves collecting data to estimate the total amount of biomass carbon being sequestered in the forest along with making an inventory of the number and species of trees in the forest. We use allometric equations and LiDAR technology to provide accurate and precise measurements for a more informed forest management decisions

Forest carbon quantification serves multiple purposes.

Monitoring Forest Biomass Carbon Sequestration

Forest Inventory and Tree Species Surveys

Carbon trading and offsetting

Informed Forest Management

Soil Carbon Quantification

We report carbon data in the most transparent way possible, so you can have validity in the carbon sequestration claims you make

Here's some of the elements involved in our quantification process

Orthomosaic

Digital Elevation Model

Digital Surface Model

Canopy Height Model

Soil Tests

Standard Soil Plots

Scientific Credibility

At SACRA, we base our methodologies on rigorous, peer-reviewed scientific research to ensure the highest standard of accuracy and reliability. Our team integrates data collection with cutting-edge techniques, drawing from established studies to validate our approach in environmental monitoring, land assessment, and carbon capture analysis.

Our methods align with industry standards and contribute to the growing body of knowledge in fields like agroforestry, remote sensing, and carbon sequestration. Below is a selection of the key scientific papers and references that underpin our work:

Goetz, S. J., et al. (2009). "Mapping and monitoring carbon stocks with satellite observations: a comparison of methods." Carbon Balance and Management, 4(2), 1-7.

Turner, W., et al. (2015). "Free and open-access satellite data are key to biodiversity conservation." Biological Conservation, 182, 173-176.

Gardner, T. A., et al. (2012). "A framework for integrating biodiversity concerns into national REDD+ programmes." Biological Conservation, 154, 61-71.

This commitment to scientific integrity ensures that the insights we provide to clients are not only accurate but also aligned with the most recent advancements in the field.