The project outcome for a replanting project under the Nature Repair (Replanting Native Forest and Woodland Ecosystems) Methodology Determination 2025 (the method) means the biodiversity outcome that is specified in the application to register a project. This is a key part of a biodiversity project under the Nature Repair Market scheme.
The biodiversity outcome must be specified by the proponent in an application to register a project. It will be published on the Biodiversity Market Register and set out on the biodiversity certificate for successful projects.
We consider the biodiversity outcome at various stages of a project’s life. For example:
- The project plan must set out how the proponent intends to achieve the biodiversity outcome for the project. Based on this plan, we must assess whether carrying out the project is likely to result in the issuance of a biodiversity certificate.
- To issue a biodiversity certificate, we must be satisfied that the project is sufficiently progressed to have resulted in, or be likely to result in, the biodiversity outcome for the project.
- If the project proponent becomes aware of an event or conduct that causes or is likely to cause a significant reversal of the biodiversity outcome, they must notify us.
What to consider when developing your outcome
Before we can register a project, we will verify that the biodiversity outcome is likely to be achieved according to the method requirements.
The biodiversity outcome must be directly linked to the activities conducted and the results achieved. You should avoid including any unrelated content, such as the project proponent's name, project location, related projects or project size. This is because the biodiversity outcome can’t be changed after a project is registered. For example, if you specify the project area size and later modify it, the outcome will no longer be valid.
To improve the likelihood of your project being registered and to reduce the risk of the biodiversity outcome not being achieved, we recommend you select from 2 standard biodiversity outcomes below, which draw from Section 6 of the method. Option 2 is only relevant if your project is nominating a culturally significant entity.
Alternatively, you may choose to write your own biodiversity outcome. However, we recommend using language similar to Section 6 of the method, as it outlines the scope for replanting projects. Be sure to only include wording that is directly relevant to the project activities and the specific biodiversity outcomes the project intends to achieve.
Option 1
The biodiversity outcome of this project is to enhance or protect biodiversity in native species by replanting native forest and woodland ecosystems in the project area on historically cleared land in modified landscapes.
The project will improve the extent and condition of native vegetation and support ecological connectivity within the project area.
Option 2
The biodiversity outcome of this project is to enhance or protect biodiversity in native species by replanting native forest and woodland ecosystems in the project area on historically cleared land in modified landscapes.
The project will improve the extent and condition of native vegetation and support ecological connectivity within the project area. This project will also protect and enhance culturally significant entities within the project area.
Where this information is published
The biodiversity outcome, along with detailed project information, will be made available to the public and potential investors on the Biodiversity Market Register.