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Central Kalimantan, Indonesia
Rimba Raya Biodiversity Reserve REDD+, Indonesia
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This project protects 65,000 hectares of peat swamp, home to one of the last remaining wild populations of orangutan on earth.
Project highlights
- The project was the first ever validated REDD+ project, the first ever REDD+ forest-carbon project in the world to receive triple-gold CCB validation and the first REDD+ project to meet the SD VIsta standard.
- Rimba Raya provides a buffer zone between the palm oil industry and the Tanjung Puting National Park, home to one of the last remaining wild populations of orangutans on earth.
- The Rimba Raya area is home to over 600 species of flora and fauna and 100 local animal species currently listed on the IUCN Red List.
- A portion of the revenue from the sale of carbon credits goes directly to support local community development. The quality of life of the local population has been enhanced through programs such as distribution of solar lanterns and water filters, training, scholarships and financing of micro enterprises for women.
About
The Rimba Raya Biodiversity Reserve Project, located in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, aims to conserve 47,237 hectares of tropical peat swamp forest, preventing its conversion to palm oil plantations. This effort protects the habitat of endangered species like the Bornean orangutan and avoids the release of millions of tons of greenhouse gases. By selling carbon credits, the project generates sustainable revenue that funds community development, infrastructure, and forest protection. Initiatives such as water filtration systems, improved healthcare access, and educational programs benefit local communities. Additionally, the project acts as a protective buffer for Tanjung Puting National Park and contributes to all 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. It is expected to achieve 127,330,645 tons of CO2e emissions reductions. The project was validated for its adherence to the SD VISTA Program, with all issues raised during the process successfully resolved, confirming its compliance with sustainable development and environmental standards.
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