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Flagship REDD+ carbon project in Paraguay ‘Corazón Verde del Chaco Project’ completes first VCS & CCB verification

Christian Nielsen
June 13, 2023

REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco Project: A Case Study by Verra

Being featured in a Verra case study is a prestigious recognition of a project's commitment to environmental sustainability and community well-being. It highlights alignment with globally respected standards and showcases real-world climate action and positive impact.

Quadriz
06/08/2025

Invest in nature now: why effective carbon credits matter more than ever

The Paraguayan Chaco forest covers 24 million hectares, and is particularly vulnerable— yet vitally important—in addressing the climate and biodiversity crises.

Nicholas O´Brien
10/06/2025

REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco Project commences CCB Verification public comment period for the 2023 monitoring period

Verra has commenced a 30-day public comment period for CCB Verification of the 2023 monitoring period on Quadriz’ REDD+ carbon project named ‘Corazón Verde del Chaco Project’. Comments are invited from the public.

Quadriz
03/06/2025

Paraguay and Singapore finalise landmark Article 6 implementation agreement

Paraguay and Singapore marked a significant milestone in global climate action by finalising a bilateral Implementation Agreement under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.

Nicholas O´Brien
23/05/2025

Paraguay’s Carbon Decree and Article 6 Preparedness

Quadriz, a leading developer of high-quality carbon offset projects in Paraguay, has been instrumental in shaping the country's carbon market framework, in concert with the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MADES).

Nicholas O´Brien
20/03/2025

Quadriz Paraguay SA obtains ISO 45001 Certification

This achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to occupational health and safety, ensuring a safe and secure working environment for all our employees. This milestone represents our dedication to continuous improvement in workplace safety standards.

Quadriz
13/02/2025

Carbon Market Glossary: A Corporate Guide to Climate Action

To support the fight against climate change, corporate actors must navigate a growingly complex vernacular - with objectively far too many acronyms - as they plan their pathways to a low carbon economy.

Nicholas O´Brien
17/09/2024

What are Nature-based Solutions?

From human-caused climate change and biodiversity loss, to warming oceans, desertification and the loss and degradation of entire forest ecosystems, there’s no doubt that the world is facing a convergence of global crises. Yet there is some good news.

Nicholas O´Brien
03/09/2024

Unique images captured by Quadriz are now on Instagram

Quadriz is joining Instagram to share our daily work in the field and other updates with a wider audience.

Claudia Merlos
05/08/2024

Key highlights from the Latin America Climate Summit: Emphasizing the region’s role in carbon markets

This event was organized by the International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) and Asocarbono, from June 25 to 27, in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.

Claudia Merlos
31/07/2024

Quadriz presents its projects at the UN Global Impact Environmental Table

Quadriz, a participant in the United Nations Global Impact chapter Paraguay, recently delivered a presentation at the Environmental Table’s latest meeting.

Claudia Merlos
16/07/2024

Quadriz Welcomes US Government ‘New Principles For Responsible Participation In Voluntary Carbon Markets’

In a confidence-boosting move for carbon markets and climate-conscious companies, the US government unveiled a new code of principles for Voluntary Carbon Market participation to unlock new flows of capital for carbon projects. Here’s Quadriz’ reaction to the news.

Quadriz
04/06/2024

Quadriz and MADES establish collaborative framework for joint initiatives

The Ministry of the Environment and Sustainable Development (MADES) has formalized an inter-institutional cooperation agreement with Quadriz.

Claudia Merlos
28/05/2024

Quadriz shares recent achievements with MADES and explores collaborations

Representatives from Quadriz met with the Minister of the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MADES).

Claudia Merlos
24/05/2024

Quadriz’s REDD+ “Corazón Verde del Chaco Project” gets Sylvera rating

Quadriz, Paraguay’s leading REDD+ project developer, has been rated by Sylvera, the most transparent and in-depth carbon credit rating available.

Claudia Merlos
14/05/2024

Quadriz joins the International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) as a member

As a member, Quadriz will access the most up-to-date and credible information on greenhouse gas emissions trading and global market developments.

Claudia Merlos
26/04/2024

REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco Project commences CCB Verification public comment period for the 2023 monitoring period

Christian Nielsen
23/02/2024

New research proves forests are a critical climate solution that must be protected

New research published in the journal Nature validates forests as an absolutely critical climate solution, which must be protected and restored if there is to be any chance of reaching global climate mitigation ambitions, and staying within 1.5 degrees of global warming.

Christian Nielsen
20/12/2023

Navigating Carbon Markets: A Guide for Corporations

Carbon markets are an important tool to help businesses mitigate their unavoidable carbon emissions. Now, a newly released report from the World Economic Forum offers corporates a playbook for their corporate climate action, including how to engage meaningfully with carbon offsetting.

Christian Nielsen
02/11/2023

Paraguay approves new carbon credits law in bid to conserve and manage resources sustainably

Paraguay President approves new ‘Carbon Credits’ Bill, which was recently passed in the Paraguayan Senate, in a bid to position the country as a global leader in the regulation of carbon credits, and increase access to high-quality projects for global carbon markets.

Christian Nielsen
17/10/2023

New research shows REDD+ projects over 10 times more effective in preventing deforestation than baseline rates

New analysis has discovered that REDD+ projects are effectively slowing the rate of deforestation by, in some countries, more than ten times the baseline project figures. The study debunks recent media sensationalism targeting REDD+ projects in a flurry of articles claiming they are ineffective.

Christian Nielsen
31/08/2023

Jaguar Legacy Fund retires VCUs to support jaguar habitat protection in Paraguayan Chaco

Jaguar Legacy Fund GP Inc., a fund operating company, has retired VCUs from the REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco Project in Paraguay, to compensate its corporate emissions and directly help support the conservation of “one of the last great wilderness areas on earth.”

Christian Nielsen
20/07/2023

Global Warming combined with El Niño: Crossing the dangerous 1.5ºC threshold

Global warming is a serious concern for the Earth due to the disrupting nature of the planet’s ecosystems which are crucial for human and ecosystem survival.

Christian Nielsen
13/06/2023

New survey shows Voluntary Carbon Market participants optimistic about future growth

A new survey capturing the sentiment around Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM) has shown optimism about its future growth in the coming years.

Christian Nielsen
08/06/2023

REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco Project commences CCB Verification public comment period for the 2022 monitoring period

Verra has commenced a 30-day public comment period for CCB Verification of the 2022 monitoring period on Quadriz’ REDD+ carbon project named ‘Corazón Verde del Chaco Project’. Comments are invited from the public.

Christian Nielsen
01/06/2023

New study: Buying carbon offsets demonstrates companies’ increased commitment to climate action

New research reveals that companies that purchase carbon offsets do more to cut down their own internal greenhouse gas emissions that those who do not offset. The findings appear to contradict a series of bad press that recently dismissed carbon offsets as an ineffective tool for decarbonisation.

Christian Nielsen
16/05/2023

How voluntary carbon market can help decarbonise shipping

Dive into innovative solutions and strategies that enable businesses to offset emissions, reduce carbon footprints, and promote sustainability in maritime transport. Discover the benefits, success stories, and the transformative role of voluntary carbon markets in shaping a greener future for global shipping.

Christian Nielsen
11/05/2023

Largest REDD+ carbon project in Paraguay ‘Corazón Verde del Chaco Project’ completes VCS & CCB validation

The project is the largest Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation (REDD+) carbon project in Paraguay. Using carbon finance, the project protects thousands of hectares of forest threatened by deforestation as well as preserving habitat for endangered birds, plants and mammals, some of which are found nowhere else on earth.

Christian Nielsen
21/03/2023

Growth set to continue for the Voluntary Carbon Market

The race is on to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 43% by 2030. Overshooting this target would see the world exceed 1.5°C of global warming compared to pre-industrial levels and the most destructive climate impacts.

Christian Nielsen
07/02/2023

Jobs, crop security and other co-benefits of REDD+ projects

What are the benefits of REDD+projects, and why are they so important? This article covers some of these - what are known as co-benefits - of REDD+ programmes. From green job creation to crop security and reduced risk of extreme drought, we take a look at some of the key benefits of preserving and restoring forests.

Christian Nielsen
26/01/2023

The REDD+ CCB biodiversity monitoring work: Andrea Weiler interview

The forest of the Paraguayan Chaco, like the neighbouring Amazon, is a haven for animals that face extinction if the forest is not kept in tact. Today, the Paraguayan Chaco is losing its forest cover, due to land use change, faster than most places on earth.

Christian Nielsen
15/11/2022

Quadriz’ sister-company has restarted the public comment period on ARR carbon project

Investancia Paraguay S.A. has restarted the 30-day public comment period on its VCS+CCB ARR carbon project named 'Impact Reforestation in the Chaco Project"

Christian Nielsen
20/09/2022

How the new Voluntary Carbon Market Integrity Initiative can rank companies’ climate credentials

The new Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI) and its Claims Code of Practise includes a four-step process for corporates to make credible claims about their use of voluntary carbon offsets, as well as a labelling scheme to rank company climate credentials.

Christian Nielsen
12/07/2022

CCB Verification public comment period commences on Quadriz’ REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco Project

Verra has commenced a 30-day public comment period for CCB Verification on Quadriz’ VCS+CCB REDD+ carbon project named ‘Corazón Verde del Chaco Project’. Comments are invited from the public.

Christian Nielsen
26/04/2022

Why Nature-based solutions are key to climate mitigation

Investing in nature-based solutions (NbS) to limit global warming has the potential to drastically reduce greenhouse gases and provide myriad other benefits. NbS related to forests can provide 5 gigatons of CO2 emission reductions and removals every year that could be instrumental in keeping 1.5 degrees of warming within reach.

Christian Nielsen
26/04/2022

The giant anteater: a vulnerable species protected by REDD+

The Gran Chaco is South America’s second-largest native forest area and is home to vulnerable wildlife and a threatened ecosystem.

Christian Nielsen
09/02/2022

Corporate carbon offsetting and the Sustainable Development Goals

How corporates can, and must, take meaningful action to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

Christian Nielsen
09/12/2021

Why nature-curious investors cannot delay financing conservation projects

As the natural world approaches critical climate tipping points, research shows investor awareness of conservation finance opportunities is growing. Quadriz considers why and how private capital should be mobilised faster for greater financial and ecological returns.

Christian Nielsen
18/11/2021

COP26 and the race to cut carbon emissions with offsets

The highly anticipated UN climate meeting, COP26, is just one week away. National governments, campaign groups, corporates and climate investors will come together to address the biggest challenges of our lifetime at the climate conference, with the race to cut carbon emissions taking centre stage. But how could the conference impact rules around emissions trading schemes, like compliance based offsetting, and what does it mean for net zero strategies?

Christian Nielsen
26/10/2021

Voluntary Carbon Markets value to hit $1 billion in 2021

The latest Ecosystem Marketplace report is packed with good news for the sector and the planet, with the value of the Voluntary Carbon Markets on track to hit $1 billion USD in 2021, for the first time. Quadriz breaks down the latest trends and analysis on the state of the Voluntary Carbon Markets.

Christian Nielsen
14/10/2021

Public comment period commences on Quadriz’ REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco Project

Quadriz has commenced the 30-day public comment period on its VCS+CCB REDD+ carbon project named ‘Corazón Verde del Chaco Project’. Comments are invited from the public.

Christian Nielsen
06/10/2021

Jaguars caught on camera in new Quadriz biodiversity monitoring

Quadriz is celebrating the first successful three months of biodiversity impact monitoring for its REDD+ Corazón Verde del Chaco project.

Christian Nielsen
05/10/2021

Why scope 3 emissions can’t be ignored in corporate net zero commitments

Reducing carbon emissions is vital to reverse global warming and combat climate change. Measuring and offsetting scope 3 emissions is essential for successful corporate climate action.

Christian Nielsen
08/07/2021

Quadriz’ sister-company commences public comment period on ARR carbon project

Investancia Paraguay S.A. has commenced a 30-day public comment period on its VCS+CCB ARR carbon project named 'Impact Reforestation in the Chaco Project"

Christian Nielsen
17/06/2021

Carbon market update: carbon offset retirements surge in 2021 with forestry projects leading the pack

For the first time since 2017, more carbon offsets were retired than were issued in the first quarter of 2021, when compared to the same period in previous years.

Christian Nielsen
05/05/2021

What makes carbon offsets ‘good quality’ and why does it matter?

Not all carbon offsets are created equal. In fact, some are outdated and no longer meet the standards of top carbon offset certification organisations. Some do not do what they claim to do. They are unfit for the global voluntary carbon market.

Christian Nielsen
27/04/2021

Why Nature-Based Solutions Truly Matter

Nature-based solutions are essential in the fight to tackle climate change. Ensuring combined efforts and involvement from private and public sector in Nature-Based Solutions could amount to significant development in the fight against climate change.

Ines Icaza
21/01/2021

The Gran Chaco: Calling deforestation S.O.S.

While deforestation in Latin America has typically been focused on the rapid destruction of the Amazon, the second largest forest in South America, the Gran Chaco, stretched between Paraguay, Argentina and Bolivia, ranks as the number one deforestation hotspot on earth. Climate change and its effects is greatly linked to the loss of biodiversity and the rapid destruction of these forests.

Ines Icaza
13/01/2021

How REDD+ carbon credits provide corporates an option to accelerate climate change mitigation.

The notion of environmental governance, where private and public sectors get involved on several levels, assists to the importance of scalability of REDD+ programs.

Ines Icaza
22/12/2020

How important is biodiversity in the Chaco?

The conservation of biodiversity is crucial for both, the survival of ecosystems and of humans. The loss of biodiversity is caused by the over-exploitation of resources thus corporations must take rapid actions against environmental degradation.

Ines Icaza
14/12/2020

Largest REDD+ Project in the Paraguayan Chaco Now Underway

Quadriz B.V., the trading and carbon project arm of forestry and agro-research company Investancia, is excited to announce it is partnering with Ostrya Conservation Inc. and Atenil S.A. on the largest REDD+ project to date in the Paraguayan Chaco.

Christian Nielsen
13/10/2020

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