Carbify Seeks WALD Grant to Scale Blockchain-Powered Reforestation

Carbify, the Netherlands-based blockchain-powered carbon offsetting company, is vying for the WALD Innovation Facility grant—because saving the planet requires both trees and funding. Specializing in traceable carbon credits, Carbify links every kilogram of CO₂ absorbed to a specific tree, blending agroforestry with digital tracking .

The WALD grant, backed by Germany’s BMZ via KfW, offers up to €1.5 million to help projects scale, attract investors, and secure carbon market certification—all crucial steps in proving that blockchain can do more than hype up digital collectibles.

Could blockchain technology set a new standard for trust in carbon markets?

👉👉 Read more about the WALD Grant from IUCN

American Water Charitable Foundation Opens 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program

The American Water Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program, funding projects that support clean water, conservation, environmental education, and climate resilience. Eligible organizations in American Water service areas can apply for grants covering watershed protection, reforestation, biodiversity, and equitable water access—because everyone deserves clean water. The deadline? March 7, 2025—so get those proposals flowing! 

How can grants like these accelerate community-driven environmental restoration?

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RRA Seeks $85K in Seed Funding for Reforestation Feasibility Study

Reforest & Restore Aotearoa Ltd (RRA) is on the hunt for $85,000 in seed funding to develop a feasibility and business case study for its reforestation project. This initial investment will help shape the project into a sustainable, long-term opportunity for RRA shareholders—because restoring forests starts with solid groundwork.

What are the biggest obstacles to securing seed funding for reforestation, and how can they be overcome to scale up impact?

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$5M Partnership Funds Reforestation & Climate Adaptation in Kenya

Carbon Neutral and Save the Children Global Ventures have teamed up with eight UK law firms to invest $5 million over ten years in reforestation and agroforestry projects in Kenya’s Nandi region. The initiative aims to restore degraded lands, support local farmers, and generate high-integrity carbon removal credits. With a long-term funding model, the project integrates carbon finance with social impact, setting a precedent for corporate-backed climate adaptation.  

We are told that the project will sequester an estimated 20,000 tonnes of carbon, though no word yet on how many trees that is.

Can long-term corporate funding reshape climate resilience for vulnerable communities?

👉👉 Read the press release from Carbon Neutral

Venture Capital Underfunds Brazil’s Forest & Climate Sectors, Study Finds

A new study by KPTL, sponsored by Fundo Vale, reveals that only 10% of venture capital investments in Brazil target forest and climate initiatives, with most funding still flowing to energy, transportation, and agriculture. Despite regulatory hurdles and high initial costs, Brazil’s bioeconomy and carbon market present major opportunities for investors. The report emphasizes the need for innovative financing strategies to unlock capital and drive climate-positive business growth.  

Can venture capital step up to fund Brazil’s climate transition?

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Chestnut Carbon Secures $160M to Expand Nature-Based Carbon Removal

Chestnut Carbon has raised $160 million in Series B funding to scale its afforestation projects across the U.S., positioning itself as a leader in nature-based carbon removal. With backing from major investors, the company plans to acquire more land, enhance technology for carbon tracking, and grow its expert team. By transforming degraded farmland into forests, Chestnut aims to sequester 100 million metric tons of CO2 while generating high-quality carbon credits. 

How many trees can be planted with $160 million?

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