Reviving landscapes in Tamil Nadu via community-centric agroforestry

Area

20,000 ha

ARR

Agroforestry

Location

Tamil Nadu, India

Project ID

5117

Standards

VCS, ABACUS, CCP, CCB

Project overview

A past photograph of Tamil Nadu’s tropical drylands would reveal a thriving ecosystem - today, much of it is parched, with salt-deposits on top soil, struggling monocrops, and younger generations of the local communities moving away from the area.

We envision a future where these landscapes are not defined by scarcity but by abundance - where communities are not faced with drought risks but instead benefit from a climate-resilient ecosystem, and where degraded land becomes a source of life, community, and resilience.

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This project aims to restore and revitalize 20,000 hectares of degraded agricultural land privately owned by marginal and smallholder farmers, supporting them in adopting diverse, native agroforestry systems.

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Through this multifaceted approach, we seek to enhance biodiversity while fostering sustainable livelihoods, creating the conditions for a more balanced coexistence between people and their natural environment.

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Project goals

SDGs

>200

Locals employed

>85%

% Native or naturalized species

>20,000

Phase 1 potential participants

>3x

(Over baseline) sustainable annual livelihood jump for participants

>15M

Trees planted

>12M

Net lifetime monetizable credits

Restoring land to bring new life to communities

For generations, farmers in Tamil Nadu have worked tirelessly to cultivate their land, but changing climates and degraded soils have made survival an uphill battle. With limited water, unpredictable yields, and few alternatives, many are forced to seek work elsewhere. This project aims to change that by restoring landscapes and creating opportunities for communities to thrive.

Farming for the Future

By integrating agroforestry, organic inputs, and water-efficient practices, smallholder farmers can enhance soil fertility, improve yields, and build a more resilient future for their families.

Stronger communities, fairer markets

With access to cooperatives and diversified income streams, nearly 20,000 farming households could gain better financial stability. Fairer prices, new economic opportunities, and greater inclusion - especially for women - can uplift entire communities.

Restoring balance to the land

Multi-layered agroforests have the potential to replenish soil, boost biodiversity, and make the landscape more resilient to drought - while reducing dependence on chemical inputs and safeguarding natural resources for the next generation.

Our approach

Stakeholders at the core

Nature-first solutions for climate and biodiversity

Delivering with rigor

Care as the standard

Built for scale

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