Projects

Featured projects

The Potomac Project

Situated near the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay, the Potomac Project aims to bury 5000 tCO2-equivalent of coarse woody biomass in a Wood Vault.

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The Montreal Project

In March 2013, at the corner of an agricultural field near Montreal, Canada, 35 tons of unwanted wood collected in the surrounding region was buried in an excavated trench.

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The Gemstone Project

In 2010, the CarbonSinks Team at the University of Maryland demonstrated the feasibility of wood burial as a carbon sequestration strategy.

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What makes a good Wood Vault site?

Soil Characteristics: Deep soils with high clay content are ideal, as they help create the anaerobic conditions necessary to prevent wood decomposition.

Proximity to Biomass Sources: Locating the site near sustainable forest biomass sources minimize

Permanence Commitment: The ability to commit to preserving the Wood Vault site for at least 100 years is essential for long-term carbon storage.

Environmental and Cultural Considerations: Ensuring the site lacks sensitive ecological, hydrological, or archaeological features is vital to prevent unintended disturbances. s transportation costs and secondary carbon emissions.

Land Ownership and Use: Ensure clear land ownership, compatibility with existing land uses facilitates, and community support is necessary for project success.