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ReforestationForestry projectAuvergne Rhône AlpesLabel Bas-Carbone · Labelled
le bois de Froide-Fontaîne
3 ha
Area
842 t
CO₂
4,800
Trees planted
Project presentation
Located in the heart of Auvergne Rhône Alpes, this reforestation project spans 3 hectares in the municipality of Saint-Alban-d'Hurtières. Labelled under the Label Bas-Carbone, it is expected to sequester 842 tons of CO₂ over its lifetime (expected emission reductions, recognised after verification). With 4,800 trees from 4 different species, this project promotes biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.
Planted species (4)
Species diversity strengthens forest resilience against diseases and climate change.
Douglas vert
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Pinaceae
Originaire de la côte ouest de l'Amérique du Nord, le Douglas atteint 60 m en France et jusqu'à 100 m dans son aire d'origine. Son bois est utilisé en charpente, construction et bois énergie. Essence en expansion en France grâce à sa croissance rapide et son excellence adaptation climatique.
Did you know?
Ses cônes se reconnaissent à leurs bractées en forme de trident dépassant des écailles.
Mélèze d'Europe
Larix decidua · Pinaceae
Seul conifère européen à perdre ses aiguilles en hiver. Atteint 40 m en montagne. Son bois très durable résiste naturellement à l'eau, idéal pour les bardages extérieurs.
Did you know?
Il est le seul conifère d'Europe à perdre intégralement ses aiguilles en automne, prenant une teinte dorée spectaculaire.
Châtaignier
Castanea sativa · Fagaceae
Surnommé l'arbre à pain, il a nourri des populations entières pendant des siècles. Peut vivre plus de 1000 ans. Bois résistant naturellement utilisé en piquets et charpente.
Did you know?
Le châtaignier des Cent Chevaux sur l'Etna, en Sicile, est le plus gros arbre connu au monde avec une circonférence de 57 mètres.
Chêne rouvre / sessile
Quercus petraea · Fagaceae
Arbre majestueux pouvant vivre plus de 500 ans et atteindre 40 m. Essence emblématique des forêts françaises, son bois est prisé en tonnellerie et ébénisterie.
Did you know?
Il représente environ 25 % de la surface boisée en France, c'est l'essence la plus répandue.
Environmental & social impacts
Beyond carbon sequestration, each project generates measurable positive impacts on the environment and local communities. Here is the detailed assessment of this project.
🌍Climate
94%
This project is expected to sequester 280.7 tCO₂/ha over its lifetime (expected reductions, recognised after verification). Carbon is captured in biomass (trunks, branches, roots) and soils. This is the project's primary impact: contributing to climate change mitigation by removing CO₂ from the atmosphere.
Biodiversity
High impact87%
With 4 different species (moderate diversity), this project creates a rich habitat for wildlife. The ecological corridors formed allow species to circulate, promoting pollination and natural biological pest control.
Water
Very high impact93%
Over 3 ha, the vegetation cover acts as a natural filter. Roots promote water infiltration into soils, reduce runoff and erosion, and enable groundwater recharge. Downstream water quality is directly improved.
Soils
High impact86%
With 1600 trees/ha, the root system structures the soil in depth. Litter (dead leaves, twigs) enriches organic matter, feeds soil microorganisms and increases water retention capacity. A living, fertile soil is the foundation of a resilient ecosystem.
Socio-economic
Moderate impact68%
This project of 3 ha in Saint-Alban-d'Hurtières supports the local economy: direct jobs (planting, maintenance, monitoring), enhancement of the territory and natural heritage. It strengthens the link between rural communities and their environment, contributing to the ecological transition.
Sustainable Development Goals
The 17 SDGs are a global framework defined by the United Nations to build a sustainable future by 2030. This project directly contributes to 5 of them. Here's why.
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Good Health and Well-being
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all
Why this project: This project contributes to this goal through its carbon sequestration actions and strengthening of local ecosystems.
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Clean Water and Sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water
Why this project: The vegetation cover on 3 ha naturally filters runoff water and promotes groundwater recharge. By reducing erosion and nutrient leaching, this project improves water quality available for local uses.
12
Responsible Consumption and Production
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Why this project: The sustainable forest management of this project of 3 ha ensures responsible wood production: planted trees will eventually provide timber or energy wood, replacing high carbon footprint materials.
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Climate Action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
Why this project: This is the primary impact: this project aims to sequester 842 tons of CO₂ over its lifetime under the Label Bas-Carbone framework (expected reductions, recognised after verification). Every ton removed from the atmosphere contributes to fighting climate change.
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Life on Land
Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems
Why this project: This project of 3 ha in Saint-Alban-d'Hurtières plants 4 different species, recreating a complete forest ecosystem: wildlife habitat, ecological corridors, and soil biodiversity enrichment through mycorrhizal fungi.
Project timeline
Project notification
February 3, 2025The project owner submits their application to the ministry.
File submission
August 26, 2025The complete file is submitted to the competent authority for review.
Labelling
February 4, 2026The project is validated and receives the official Low-Carbon Label.
Planting
January 2027Selected tree species are planted on the plot.
Year 1 monitoring
February 2027Project performance indicators check — year 1/5.
Year 2 monitoring
February 2028Project performance indicators check — year 2/5.
Year 3 monitoring
February 2029Project performance indicators check — year 3/5.
Year 4 monitoring
February 2030Project performance indicators check — year 4/5.
Year 5 monitoring
February 2031Project performance indicators check — year 5/5.
Verification audit
August 2055An independent auditor verifies on site that the project carbon objectives have been met.
Recognition of reductions
February 2056After verification by an independent auditor, the ministry recognises the emission reductions, which are then definitively acquired.
Project journal
The main milestones of the project. Detailed monitoring is shared with the companies that fund it, in their private space.
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Plantation inscrite au dossier
Le dossier du projet fixe à cette date la plantation du peuplement.
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Labellisation
Le projet a obtenu le Label Bas-Carbone.
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Dépôt du dossier
Le dossier complet a été déposé pour instruction : description des parcelles et des essences, calcul des réductions attendues, engagement de suivi sur toute…
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Notification du projet
Le projet a été notifié au ministère de la Transition écologique, première étape du parcours de labellisation.
📍 Location
Town
Saint-Alban-d'Hurtières
Postal code
73220
Department
Savoie (73)
Region
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Label Bas-Carbone method · Reforestation
Rebuilding a forest destroyed by a natural disaster or degraded by dieback. The method aims to restore resilient stands adapted to climate change.
The Label Bas-Carbone is the official framework of the French Ministry of Ecological Transition for emission reduction projects carried out in France. A project is labelled on the basis of its application, following a method approved by the ministry. Its emission reductions are then verified by an independent auditor before being recognised by the ministry.
How it works:
1. The project owner submits a file describing the reference scenario (without project) and the project scenario.
2. The difference between the two scenarios gives the net emission reductions, expressed in tons of CO₂ equivalent.
3. An independent auditor verifies the data in the field and validates the calculations.
4. The ministry issues the Low-Carbon Label and carbon credits are issued.
5. The project is monitored for 30 years with periodic verifications.
Project status
Label Bas-Carbone methodREBOISEMENT
StatusLabelled
ODD
36121315
Impact score
About the Label Bas-Carbone
The only carbon contribution label officially recognised by the French state. Every project is audited by an independent body and listed in the public registry.
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