Desmitifying Biodiversity Credits - Terrasos

TERRASOS Event SERIES Demystifying Biocredits

ABOUT US Who is Terrasos?

Terrasos is a leading Colombian company dedicated to designing innovative solutions that enable the private sector to actively participate in the conservation and restoration of Colombia›s rich and diverse ecosystems. With over 5,000 hectares of Habitat Banks and 7 years of experience, we specialize in creating biocredits for both regulated and voluntary markets. Our mission is to bridge the gap between economic development and environmental stewardship, fostering sustainable investments that yield tangible benefits for nature and communities alike.

Join us at COP16 Experience firsthand the impact of our conservation efforts and learn how biocredits are shaping the future of environmental sustainability.

Engage with experts, witness successful projects, and explore the incredible biodiversity of Colombia.

DEMYSTIFYING BIOCREDITS What is the Event Series: Demystifying Biocredits?

As part of our commitment to promoting biodiversity conservation, Terrasos is organizing a series of exclusive visits to our Habitat Banks leading up to COP16. The event series, «Demystifying Biocredits,» aims to provide stakeholders— buyers, developers, policymakers, governments, and journalists—with an in-depth understanding of biocredits.

These visits will showcase how biocredits—verifiable, quantifiable, and tradable units of restored or preserved biodiversity—can finance positive outcomes for nature. fostering sustainable investments that yield tangible benefits for nature and communities alike.

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EVENT SERIES Demystifying biocredits Showcasing four of Terrasos’ Habitat Banks, areas for the long-term protection of biodiversity, this event series delves into the practical application of biocredits as environmental investment solution while taking you to iconic ecosystems in Colombia *October 19th to 20th, 2024

The Success of the First Habitat Bank Habitat Bank “Meta” San Martín, Colombia Tropical Savaanas Available space: 8 Departing from: Villavicencio

US$ 775 See details

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*October 31th to November 1st, 2024

Biocredits for Landscape Transformation Habitat Bank “El Globo” Tamesis, Colombia Cloud Forest Available places: 15 Departing from: Medellin

US$ 397

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*October 31st, 2024

Long-Term Biodiversity Management Habitat Bank “Cesar” La Lope, Colombia Tropical Dry Forest Available places: 20 Departing from: Valledupar

US$ 667 See details

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*October 21st, 2024

Corporate Biodiversity Conservation Habitat Bank “Aguadulce” Nilo, Cundinamarca Tropical Dry Forest Available places: 22 Departing from: Bogotá payment link

US$ 612 See details

*You must arrive one day before to the city of departure, and leave one day after the visit

OCTOBER 2024 - 20-18 | NOV 2024 - 3- 1

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Habitat Bank “Meta” San Martín de los Llanos, Colombia

1,112 ha Meta Department

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First Habitat Bank in Colombia, registered by the Ministry of Environment in 2016.

Project developed in partnership with “Mataredonda” a family of cattle ranchers affected committing their land to 30 years of conservation.

Tropical Savaanas

AREA UNDER MANAGEMENT 132 ha restoration

Classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN the distribution of tropical savaanas in Colombia is under rapid decline with losses of up to %70 in the past 50 years.

Biodiversity 980 ha conserevation 1 ha = 1 biocredit 14 reserved biocredits

Situated in the eastern plains of Colombia “El Meta” is located in proximity to Orinoquia, a rich biogeografical area. Highly threatened natural forests and savanna ecosystems are protected altogether with it exuberant biodiversity. + 160 species protect sp

646 biocredits sold

452 biocredits available

Danta Tapirus terrestris

Armadillo Priodontes maximus

Titi Monkey Callicebus cupreus

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The success of the first habitat bank

Habitat Bank “Meta”

Traditional conservation efforts have proven not to be cost-effective nor long lasting thus insufficient to tackle the increasing threats to biodiversity and habitat preservation.

Terrasos is a pioneer of the Habitat Bank mechanism in Colombia, which consists on areas that are placed under restoration and/or conservation efforts thus offer an alternative to isolated and usually costly and ineffective initiatives. Biodiversity offsets or credits are aggregated in one place but have multiple offtakers and as larger areas are covered habitat connectivity and greater resilience is ensured.

“Each hectare generates one biodiversity credit, and each credit is then used by companies who need to comply with environmental regulations” Mariana Sarmiento - CEO

Main Themes

Agenda October 18th, 2024 •

Self-organized Arrival to Suggestion Estelar Hotel

October 19th, 2024 • • • • • • • •

6am Departure from Estelar Hotel Villavicencio 9am Arrival to El Meta Habitat Bank 10am Breakfast 11am Hike & Intro to biodiversity offsetting in Colombia 1pm Lunch 3pm Restoration and greenhouse 7pm Dinner 8pm Storytelling

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First hand understanding of the regulatory schemes for biodiversity offsets implemented in Colombia Understand the strengths and weaknesses of biodiversity offsetting across the world to shape policy discussions.

Consider local, regional and international enablers for the development of biodiversity policies.

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5am Birdwatching (optional) 8am Breakfast 10am Policymaking for biodiversity and international regulation 1pm Lunch 3pm Departure 6pm Arrival to Villavicencio (VVC)

October 21th, 2024 •

Self-organized - flight to Cali (from Villavicencio)

US$ 775

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Habitat Bank “El Globo” Tamesis, Colombia

340 ha

Antioquia Department

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Habitat Bank issuing the first voluntary biodiversity credits in Colombia which are verified by KPMG and EAFIT University.

Registered by the Ministry of Environment in 2021.

Project developed in partnership with “El Globo Reserve” for the protection and restoration of degraded ecosystems in Antioquia.

Cloud Forest AREA UNDER MANAGEMENT 93 ha restoration 246 ha conserevation 1 ha = 1 biocredit

Classified as Least Concern by the IUCN due to high representation this ecosystem suffers high levels of fragmentation

Biodiversity Situated in the municipality of Tamesis and within the protected area Cuchilla Jardín-Támesis. + 295 species protect sp

15 reserved biocredits

0.84 biocredits sold

324 biocredits available Yellow-eared parrot Ognorhynchus icterotis

Spectacled bear Tremarctos ornatus

Woolly ocelot Leopardus tigrinus

This Habitat Bank is strategically located and acts as a catalyzer for a new development model in one of the regions with higher deforestation rates.

Biocredits for landscape transformation

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Habitat Bank “El Globo”

The big nature turnaround depicts the efforts to repurpose nature-negative financial flows that account for investments of US$ 7 trillion each year (UNEP, 2023).

Companies and financial institutions are in need of solutions that allow them to evaluate nature related risk and impacts and repurpose financial resources to combat nature-loss. Tackling climate, biodiversity and degradation challenges is urgent and biodiversity credits provide one such channel to offset biodiversity impacts through verified efforts that restore critical habitats, protect endangered species, and generate measurable environmental benefits.

Furthermore, projects that promote the sustainable harvest of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) can provide additional income streams for local communities, ensuring long-term protection and benefits.

Terrasos’ biodiversity voluntary credits ensure finance for habitat restoration that businesses can use to meet their sustainability goals

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On the ground case study that showcase the opportunities to integrate biodiversity into financial decisionmaking.

Data driven approach with the Protocol for issuing voluntary biodiversity credits.

Experience corporate efforts through which biodiversity management is incorporated policies and procedures.

Explore non-timber forest products as complementary mechanisms to generate income for local communities and simultaneously address restoration and biodiversity conservation.

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Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs)

Genipa americana

Sapindus saponaria

Morella pubesens

Ecoflora is a pioneer in the commercial uses of Jagua (Genipa americana), a native tree found in Colombia and many other South American countries and patented the process to extract a stable, natural blue colourant from this species.

Agenda October 30th, 2024 •

Self-organized arrival to Medellin - Hotel Ibis Ciudad del Río (suggested)

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6am Departure from Hotel Ibis Ciudad del Rio 7am Non-timber forest products -NTFPs- at Ecoflora 1pm Lunch in Tamesis 3pm Arrive at El Globo Habitat Bank 4pm Waterfalls & Intro to biodiversity credits 7pm Dinner 8pm Bonfire & Biodiversity monitoring

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5am Birdwatching (optional) 7am Breakfast 8:30am Issuing biodiversity credits, proceedures and companies 12m Lunch 2pm Departure 6pm Arrival to Medellin - Ibis Hotel Ciudad del Rio

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Self-organized - back to other destinations or traveling around Medellín

US$ 397

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Habitat Bank “Cesar” La Lope, Colombia

470 ha

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Registered by the Ministry of Environment in 2021 Project developed in one of the last remanent areas of tropical dry forest in Colombia.

Tropical Savaanas

AREA UNDER MANAGEMENT 262.5 ha restoration 208.15 ha conserevation 1 ha = 1 biocredit 40.38 reserved biocredits

With less than 5 % of representation in Colombia, this ecosystem is classified by the IUCN as Critically Endangered and continue to be highly threatened by land-use change and climate change and at risk of collapse.

Biodiversity Area of interest due to the high presence of feline species and bird diversity. + 299 species protect sp

78.5 biocredits sold

351.12 biocredits available

Spanish cedar Cedrela odorata Photo by Janos Olah

Blue-billed curassow Crax alberti Photo by Jim Conrad

Colombian red howler Alouatta seniculus

Long-term biodiversity management

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Habitat Bank “Cesar”

Companies and investors can tap into a US$ 10 trillion opportunity by implementing nature-positive initiatives (WEF, 2022). In particular there is significant potential for social and environmental contributions alongside financial returns for investors through initiatives such as Habitat Banks.

However, in a world that faces a twin biodiversity and climate crisis these efforts are to be addressed through long-term biodiversity management and careful risk assessment and mitigation.

Terrasos is at the fore-front of longterm and adaptive management of ecosystems that allows the identification of “emerging risks” in increasingly complex landscapes

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This day visit delves into risks and encourages discussion revolving on topics such as:

Agenda October 30th, 2024 •

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Challenges of managing biodiversity.

Long-term monitoring activities and its contribution to adaptive management Innovative policies and mitigation strategies to ensure the success of conservation projects.

Collaborative development of risk protocols in conservation projects.

Self-organized Arrival to Suggestion Casa Rosalia Hotel

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7am Breakfast at Casa Rosalia Hotel 8:30am Departure 10am Arrival to La Lope Habitat Bank 11am Trekking to conservation areas 1pm Packed lunch in the forest 2pm Biodiversity challenges and longterm monitoring 4pm River trail & policies, risks and innovation 6pm Sunset 8pm Arrival to Casa Rosalia Hotel

Nov 1st, 2024 •

Self-organized - back to other destinations or traveling around Valledupar

US$ 667

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Habitat Bank “Aguadulce” Nilo, Colombia

124 ha

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Registered by the Ministry of Environment in 2022.

Habitat Bank is the second of Terrasos’ projects issuing voluntary biodiversity credits in Colombia which are verified by KPMG and EAFIT University.

Area with a mosaic of ecosystems including tropical dry forest, grasslands and premontane humid forest.

Tropical Savaanas AREA UNDER MANAGEMENT 21 ha restoration

Classified by the IUCN as Critically Endangered and at risk of collapse as 95 % of cover has been lost.

Biodiversity 93 ha conserevation 1 ha = 1 biocredit

ituated in the municipality of Nilo and in proximity to the Sumapaz river which then flows into the Magdalena river.

Key area for the protection of threatened and vulnerable species.

114 units available

+ 218 species protect sp

Ash-browed Spine-tail Cranioleuca curtata

Ocelote Leopardus pardalis

Scarlet-fronted parakeet Psittacara wagleri

Corporate biodiversity conservation

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Habitat Bank “Aguadulce”

There is a 700 billion financing gap for biodiversity and the private sector has a pivotal role to play in accounting for the role that nature plays into their own operations.

Cost-effective use of land, contribution towards local livelihoods and investments into restoration and conservation projects are needed to ensure the provisioning of ecosystem and the profitability of many businesses.

Rather than waiting for nature-related risks to negatively impact business operations voluntary contributions towards nature and decreased costs from the reduced need of inputs to counter biodiversity degradation.

Agenda October 20th, 2024 •

Self-organized Arrival to Bogotá

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Voluntary pledges to nature-positive.

Success stories from Colombian companies that have partnered with Terrasos.

Opportunities for integrating biodiversity conservation into corporate strategies.

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5am Departure from Hotel Rosales Plaza Bogotá 7am Breakfast in Silvania 9am Arrival to Aguadulce Habitat Bank 10am Hike & Partnering for Biodiversity 1pm Lunch 2pm Biodiversity and corporate strategies 3pm Greenhouse and restoration 5pm Sunset 7pm Departure to Bogotá 11pm Arrival to Hotel Rosales Plaza

October 22nd, 2024 •

Self-organized - flight to Cali (from Bogotá)

US$ 612

What to bring?

• Backpack • Water bottle (thermost least 1L / 34 oz) • Long sleeves shirt (dry fit) • warm layer or jacket • Fast dry pants • Hiking boots or comfortable sneakers • Bug repellant • Sunscreen • Hat or cap • Swimsuit

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How to Book 1 Go to the payment link and choose the the visit that best suits you.

Meta HB

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El Globo HB

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La Lope HB

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Aguadulce HB

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2 Fill out this confirmation form (personal info and proof of payment)

go to form If you have any questions please contact:

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Mauricio Serna (mauricio.serna@terrasos.co) Natalia Atuesta

Deadline for payment and confirmation September 18th

(natalia.atuesta@terrasos.co)