CO2 compensation

Our project reduces CO2 through planting trees in Uganda and thus helps reduce the effects of climate change.

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In addition, our project provides long-term development aid and climate adaptation for the people already affected by climate change.

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​Our project contributes to strengthening DanChurchAid's emergency preparedness so that we can provide emergency assistance to people affected by climate disasters. That way, we save lives.

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As its first initiative to combat the climate crisis, Nordic Fruit A/S has chosen a collaboration with DanChurchAid to carbon-offset all our flights.

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Our CO2 compensation in Uganda has several components:

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In addition to absorbing a lot of CO2 from the air, the trees have a number of other benefits that continuously benefit those responsible at local level – and ensure a win-win: ​

The trees create local development and jobs through an increased demand for nurseries and labour for tree planting and care.

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​The trees produce fruits and local medicines that are used and sold on an ongoing basis – without inhibiting the growth of the trees.

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The trees are planted in areas that have been deforested and are not already in use.

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​Planting trees establishes better conditions for the microclimate – their shade means reduced temperature and water consumption, more organic material enters the area and the roots of the trees help retain the soil during extreme weather.