Greenhill AC Project

Greenhill AC Project is an avoided clearing project located in the locality of Dallarnil, approximately 13km southwest of Biggenden in the North Burnett region of Queensland. Registered on May 30, 2023, the project covers a targeted area of 86.9 hectares. The project operates under the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative-Avoided Clearing of Native Regrowth) Methodology Determination 2015.

The Avoided Clearing of Native Regrowth methodology prevents emissions by protecting native forest on agricultural land that would otherwise be cleared in the normal course of business. To be eligible, the land must have a history of being cleared at least twice for grazing or cropping and currently hold "Category X" status (or equivalent), giving the landholder the unrestricted legal right to clear it again. By choosing to maintain the forest instead of clearing it for pasture, the project generates carbon credits.

The North Burnett region is predominantly used for beef cattle grazing, with some cropping and forestry operations. The area experiences a sub-tropical climate with an average annual rainfall of approximately 700mm to 800mm, though this is highly variable. The soils in the Biggenden area are often derived from the "Biggenden Beds" geological formation, featuring red volcanic earths (Ferrosols) and texture-contrast soils (Sodosols) which support native vegetation and pasture.

The proponent, GPC (QLD) Pty Ltd, is associated with Christophe Bur, a cattle farmer known for integrating carbon farming with sustainable beef production. This project likely represents a strategic decision to retain regrowth for biodiversity and carbon income rather than clearing it for additional grazing capacity.