How Ponterra’s ARC project brings together native restoration and biodiversity uplift with community payments of over $70 million

Ponterra’s ARC Project will restore a unique tropical forest, planting over six million trees from over 75 native species in an area degraded by decades of cattle ranching. ARC is actively restoring native forests, with a particular emphasis on enhancing ecosystem health, providing economic opportunity for communities, and encouraging the return of endemic wildlife. This focus on biodiversity is essential for supporting the habitat needs of native mammals, birds, and insect species while significantly enhancing carbon sequestration. To foster a collaborative relationship with local communities, Ponterra leases land from local landowners rather than purchasing land outright. These agreements allow for joint operation and revenue sharing between Ponterra and the landowners, ensuring that landowners are compensated for the project’s success.