Questions & Answers
Can I support the scheme; Everyone
is invited to participate from those who wish to have a single tree planted through to
companies becoming member partners planting trees to offset the carbon footprints that
they and their customers are laying down.
Costs; We enter
into many discussions with regard to our pricing structure. Its primarily based upon the
Forestry Commission, DEFRA and the Natural England directives. The partnership is made up
of companies and individuals immediately associated and focussed within woodland
development, management and British native broad-leaved tree production so our
competitiveness stems from our knowledge of the complete industry and the unit prices of
carbon credits which will always remain a key element within our business plans.
What am I paying for;
Which ever option selected, you pay only for the trees and their associated planting
sundries, with the planting and woodland management carried out by the partnerships
land bank partner members
What size tree would be planted; In order to attain a continual
and progressive reduction of CO2 we need to plant in a range of sizes and ages
from 2 years with an initial height of 90/120cm plus through to specimens of 7yrs in
excess of 3.5mt plus, these larger trees generally sponsored by industrial companies
and businesses who themselves today are recognising the need to offset CO2
emissions.
Where would I plant one or
more trees in order for them to grow to maturity; As with anything to achieve the
best it needs careful planning, Broad-leaved trees are not ideal for private gardens. The
Carbon Footprint - Offsetting Partnership work with a national land bank here in the
UK creating new commercial woodlands and forests of the future.
Who plants them; We
have qualified Horticulturists and Arboriculturists and Contractors to plant. Drawing on
the expertise from within Wildlife and Groundwork Trusts, Local Conservation Groups
throughout the UK so your trees are in perfect hands.
What type of trees; Only
British native broad-leaved trees that are our
recommendations planted in low-profile surroundings. Working with our tree planting
partners and with their local environmental knowledge, your native broad-leaved trees will
be found homes where they are most needed; creating new woodlands and nature reserves,
supplementing hedgerows, alongside our highways, rivers and farmland.
How many trees should I purchase; The choice is yours we work with
clients who want to plant singular to those who want to plant multiple trees throughout
the year for family and friends
Why do I buy from you;
We have a proven track record in both production of broadleaf trees and woodland
management with a client base and a land bank within The Carbon Footprint - Offsetting
Partnership here in the UK where tens on thousands of trees can be planted within any one
site in order to create managed and worked woodlands ensuring that your purchase is
within close proximity to your residence or business.
What do I receive; Once
the trees have been allocated a site and planted the Carbon Footprint Offsetting
Partnership certificate will be posted out, making it an ideal gift for family and
friends.
Light bulbs; We
work closely with two of the UK`s largest commercial and domestic Low energy saving light
bulb manufacturers on there recommendations the bulb supplied will be a standard bayonet
type low energy 12 watt.
How do I pay; We
take all major Debit and Credit Cards as well as personal cheques and direct debit our
policy is to take your order personally so no shopping baskets or payment details taken on
this site.
How to order;
Forward us an email with your contact details including a daytime / evening telephone
number and an indication of the package your looking to purchase and we will call you
back, alternatively call Richard on Tel / Fax 01788 816611 Mobile 07885 139755
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