Glengeera Forest Regeneration Project

Glengeera Forest Regeneration Project is a Human-Induced Regeneration (HIR) project located approximately 35 kilometers north of Bourke in the Far West region of New South Wales. Registered in August 2015, the project operates on a large pastoral holding known as Glengeera Station. While the total project area covers 19,334 hectares, specific carbon estimation data indicates that the active Carbon Estimation Area (CEA), the portion of land yielding credits, is approximately 9,604 hectares.

Human-Induced Regeneration projects focus on restoring native forests through changes in land management rather than planting trees. The methodology requires the cessation of activities that suppress regrowth, such as mechanical clearing or heavy grazing. For Glengeera, the primary activities include stopping mechanical or chemical destruction of regrowth and managing feral animals. This allows in-situ seed sources, including rootstock and lignotubers, to regenerate into a permanent, even-aged native forest.

The region surrounding Bourke is defined by a semi-arid climate with high evaporation rates and variable rainfall, typically averaging between 300mm and 400mm annually. The landscape is part of the Mulga Lands bioregion, characterized by red sandy loam and red earth soils. The native vegetation regenerating on the property likely includes Mulga (Acacia aneura), Poplar Box, and other resilient woody species common to the Western Division of NSW. Historically, this area has been utilized for extensive rangeland grazing of sheep, cattle, and goats.

The project is managed by Karbill Pty Ltd, with historical involvement from carbon service provider Climate Friendly Pty Ltd. A notable aspect of this project is the significant variation between its total footprint and its crediting area, suggesting a targeted approach where regeneration is focused on specific zones within the wider agricultural property.