Pollination Foundation nature credit trial
Image credit: Ecotec’s Matthew Taylor surveys grassy woodlands at The Quion - Matthew Newton
Ecotec developed accredited natural capital accounts for two iconic Tasmanian properties – The Quion and Piano Coves - that are providing the underpinning datasets for a revolutionary trial of a private investment nature credit scheme, via a consortium led by the Pollination Foundation –a leading global environmental impact fund.
Partner organisation: Pollination Foundation
Clients: The Quion & The Elsie Cameron Foundation
Ecotec services provided:
o Ecological monitoring
o Development of an accredited Natural Capital Account
Image credit: Echinda Tachyglossus aculeatus in woodlands - Phillip Laroche
Project cost: $1.2M funding through the Pollination Foundation
Project scale: 340 ha & 540 ha
Time frame: One year
Benefits: Ecotec’s Accounting for Nature accredited experts developed foundational accredited Natural Capital Accounts that enabled the creation of nature restoration credits to attract global investment for the clients. Our detailed ecological assessments and restoration initiatives are delivering substantial environmental improvements and fostering long-term financial benefits, positioning the client at the forefront of the growing biodiversity credit market.
Learn more: Visit
The Quion’s website to explore more about this project
Banner image credit: Rain droplets on grasslands - Phillip Laroche