Yarra Yarra Biodiversity Corridor, Western Australia

The Yarra Yarra Biodiversity Corridor plantings are in the northern wheatbelt of Southwestern Australia.

The Project

The Yarra Yarra Biodiversity Corridor plantings are in the northern wheatbelt of Southwestern Australia. The region has an exceptionally high number of native plants and animals. It has been identified as one of the 35 global biodiversity hotspots for wildlife and plants and the first one identified in Australia.

The once vibrant woodlands have now had 97% of its vegetation cleared for traditional farming.

Now, due to a dry climate and soil problems it is no longer suitable for agriculture. However, the loss of habitat has threatened native species.

The goal of planting trees and shrubs is to create a green corridor by linking small patches of remaining vegetation and 23 nature reserves. This will restore ecosystems and help preserve the unique flora and fauna of the region.

The Impact

This project will have an immense impact on the region –

·       At least 967,695 tonnes of CO2e will be sequestered during the project’s lifetime

·       The biodiverse planting of native trees and shrubs contains over 30 species of conservation significance

·       Lowering salinity in both ground and surface waters over the project’s life

Sustainable Development Goals/Outcomes

·       Partnership of 11 local and national organizations have been formed from the project

·       Creation of 400+ jobs, over 50 indigenous roles and more than 80 businesses have been engaged

·       The carbon stored for the Biodiverse Reforestation is locked up for a period of 50 or 100 years as detailed in the Carbon Right and Carbon Covenant

·       Livestock are excluded from the planting sites for 3 years after planting and thereafter allow only light grazing to allow natural regeneration

Environmental Initiatives Contribution

This project helped in our following initiatives.

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