Post-fire holistic restoration, Ateca
About the project
In July 2022, a devastating wildfire burned more than 14,000 hectares in Ateca (Zaragoza, Spain), leaving the landscape degraded and vulnerable to erosion. Building on Life Terra’s expertise in post-fire restoration across Southern Europe, this project aims to restore a representative 25-hectare plot in Ateca with native, drought-resilient species adapted to Mediterranean conditions. The initiative will improve biodiversity, stabilize soils, and contribute to carbon sequestration, while also involving local communities and schools in long-term restoration efforts.
Objective
Turn 25-hectares of burned land into a thriving Mediterranean forest using a mix of native, climate-resilient species.
Impact
By supporting this project, you will help restore degraded land after one of Spain’s most destructive wildfires. The restored ecosystem will:
Enhance biodiversity and create habitat for native species.
Improve soil quality and water infiltration in a semi-arid area.
Store carbon for decades, contributing to climate change mitigation.
Reduce wildfire risk by creating a more resilient mosaic landscape.
Provide environmental education and community engagement opportunities.
How do we measure this impact?
Number of trees planted
Number of hectares restored
Number of Tons of CO2 eq absorbed**
Community members involved
Students involved
Supporting this project means supporting the following Sustainable Development Goals:
Carbon Dioxide Offsetting Estimate
This 25-hectare project is estimated to absorb 45-65 ton CO2eq/hectare.
In total, an estimate of 1,100-1,600 tons CO2 equivalent will be absorbed in a 40-year period.
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