Carbon Accounting

Silvacom has pioneered processes and analytics for over two decades related to the quantification and evaluation of environmental features. More recently these methodologies have formed the basis for carbon assessments and greenhouse gas planning projects. As a result, Silvacom is now involved in projects that help quantify and project forest carbon sequestration and the opportunities it presents.

Solution Features

• Data Collection (If Required):
  • Sample and experimental design
  • Vegetation and biomass inventory
  • Industrial residue inventory
  • Base data capture and remote sensing
• Data Analysis Including Forecasting
  • Advanced statistical analyses
  • Applying individual tree taper and volume equations to determine biomass by species and type
  • Development of statistical techniques for the mathematical modeling of forest stand diameter distributions, individual tree and whole stand growth
  • Fibre supply analysis (optimization and simulation approaches)
  • Carbon sequestration forecasting using the latest methodology and approaches
  • Calculate and project total ecosystem carbon storage
• Reporting:
  • Cost/benefit analysis
  • Summarizing analysis, presenting intuitive graphics and summaries
  • Report preparation

Silvacom's expertise in this area is growing fast. With several projects now complete, and more under way, the opportunity exists to leverage Silvacom's experience to help solve your challenges!