Marcoussis (Île-de-France) - Community Project
About the project
In Marcoussis (Île-de-France), this project unfolds within a small-scale farm led by a young third-generation farmer, currently the only active female farmer in the area, working to revive the traditional “Fraises de Marcoussis” alongside flowers and aromatic plants.
Life Terra is working together with the farmer to bring more nature into the farm, through hedgerows, fruit trees, and aromatic plantings; enhancing biodiversity, improving soil health, and supporting pollinators. At the same time, the project activates and engages the surrounding community, bringing together local residents, schools, and organisations through planting events and workshops.
Objective
The project aims to plant approximately 1,500 trees and shrubs, including hedgerows, fruit trees, and aromatic plants, while actively engaging the local community through three planting events and a workshop for local farmers on agroecological practices.
Impact
The project creates tangible environmental and social impact by enhancing biodiversity, improving soil health and supporting pollinators through nature-based solutions. At the same time, it brings together residents, schools and local organisations, fostering community engagement and strengthening local connections. As a pilot initiative, it lays the foundation for a model that can grow over time, expanding its impact year after year.
How do we measure this impact?
Number of trees planted
Length of hedgerows established
Tons of CO2 eq absorbed
Biodiversity increase
Community members engaged
Community activities delivered
Training outreach
Jobs supported
Supporting this project means supporting the following Sustainable Development Goals:
Carbon Dioxide Offsetting Estimate
This 100-hectare project is estimated to absorb 65-70 ton CO2eq/hectare.
In total, an estimate of 6,500-7,000 tons CO2 equivalent will be absorbed in a 40-year period**
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