Solar Farm Offset Revegetation Brisbane

Why is offset revegetation needed?

Offset revegetation is needed to offset carbon produced during the construction of a solar farm, due to the removal of trees, shrubs and other plants. An offset means planting vegetation at a different site, to compensate for the loss in biodiversity when native vegetation is removed due to a solar farm, or other construction project. To make sure this is done correctly, we bring in ecologists to provide specialised reports.

There are two types of offsets:

• A species offset – required when the removal of native vegetation has a significant impact on habitat for a rare or threatened species.
• A general offset – required when the removal of native vegetation does NOT have a significant impact on habitat for rare or threatened species.

When your solar farm project involves removing native trees, shrubs or other vegetation, you will usually need to arrange offset revegetation in another area, as part of the condition of your permit.

Trees are planted in areas previously used for mining, farming or construction – or to extend a nature conservation area.

We can work with you to streamline the offset revegetation process, so you can focus on your project goals.

What types of offset revegetation are there?

To fulfill the needs of your offset vegetation obligation, as part of your project permit, you can choose a first party or a third-party site. What is the difference?

• First party offset site – land owned by the permit holder

Owners must meet eligibility requirements. Contact us to discuss.

• Third party offset site – land owned by another party.

Permit holders can buy native vegetation credits from other landowners to meet their offset requirements.

Whether you choose a first party or third-party site for your offset revegetation, we can help you to manage the process.