Reliable climate projects around Iceland
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Responsible climate action in Icelandic nature

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Projects  2022
Projects 2023
Projects 2024
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Saltvík
In the summer of 2024, a forestry project of more than 100 hectares was started on the Saltvík land in Norðurþingi. It is estimated that about 285,000 plants will be planted on the land, including larch, pine and spruce. Nearly 200,000 plants were planted in the summer of 2024 and planting is scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2025.

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Ljárskógar
In the summer of 2023, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Ljárskógar in Dalabyggð. A variety of tree species, including spruce, larch, aspen, birch, and pine, were planted during the summers of 2023 and 2024, totaling around 290,000 trees. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
At the same time, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Ljárskógar has been assessed under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and is currently in the certification process with Enviance.
In the summer of 2024, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Hamrar in Dalabyggð. The plan is to plant over 135,000 trees, including birch, larch, pine, and spruce. Nearly 40,000 trees were planted in the summer of 2024, with the remaining planting scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Hamrar is undergoing assessment under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and will begin the certification process once planting is complete.
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Hamrar
In the summer of 2024, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Hamrar in Dalabyggð. The plan is to plant over 135,000 trees, including birch, larch, pine, and spruce. Nearly 40,000 trees were planted in the summer of 2024, with the remaining planting scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Hamrar is undergoing assessment under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and will begin the certification process once planting is complete.
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Fjallssel
In the summer of 2024, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Fjallssel in Fellum, Múlaþing. A total of 60,000 trees, including larch, aspen, and pine, were planted. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Fjallssel has been assessed under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of the IFS, and will soon begin the certification process.
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Þröm
In the summer of 2024, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Þröm in Skagafjörður. Larch, aspen, and pine were planted, totaling approximately 130,000 trees. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Þröm has undergone assessment under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and will begin the certification process with Enviance in the near future.
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Eyri
In the summer of 2023, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Eyri in Fáskrúðsfjörður. A total of 230,000 trees, including spruce, aspen, and pine, were planted. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Eyri was assessed under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of the IFS, and is currently in the certification process with Enviance.
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Davíðsstaðir
In the summer of 2023, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Davíðsstaðir in Múlaþing. Nearly 300,000 trees, including larch, spruce, aspen, and pine, were planted. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Davíðsstaðir has been assessed under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and is currently in the certification process with Enviance.
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Hvanná
In the summer of 2022, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Hvanná in Jökuldalur, Múlaþing. A total of 100,000 trees, including spruce, aspen, and pine, were planted. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Hvanná was assessed under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and received certification from iCert in 2023.
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Egilssel
In the summer of 2022, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Egilssel in Fellum, Múlaþing. A total of 300,000 trees, including spruce, aspen, and pine, were planted over 2022 and 2023. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Egilssel has been assessed under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of IFS and is currently in the certification process with Enviance.
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Mýrar
In the summer of 2022, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Mýrar in Skriðdal, Múlaþing. A total of 130,000 trees, including spruce, aspen, and pine, were planted. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community. Mýrar was assessed under the international Gold Standard and completed certification with the German certification body TUV NORD in 2024.
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Arnaldsstaðir
In the summer of 2022, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Arnaldsstaðir in Fljótsdal. A total of 70,000 trees, including spruce, aspen, and pine, were planted. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Arnaldsstaðir was assessed under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of the IFS, and received certification from iCert in 2022.
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Laugasel
In the summer of 2024, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Laugasel in Þingeyjarsveit. The plan is to plant approximately 400,000 trees, including larch, pine, and birch. Around 200,000 trees were planted in the summer of 2024, with the remaining planting scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Laugasel is undergoing assessment under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and will begin the certification process once planting is complete.
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Þverá

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In the summer of 2024, an afforestation project for carbon sequestration began at Þverá in Norðurþing. The plan is to plant approximately 400,000 trees, including larch, pine, and birch. Around 330,000 trees were planted in the summer of 2024, with the remaining planting scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025. The carbon sequestration of these trees will be measured and verified regularly over the next 50 years.
Simultaneously, ongoing monitoring will focus on forest health, soil carbon storage, tree species distribution, and overall ecosystem development. Cultural heritage sites in the area will also be observed, along with the project’s contributions to the local community.
Þverá is undergoing assessment under the Skógarkolefni framework, following the standards of Lands og Skógar, and will begin the certification process once planting is complete.
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Our Impact so far
Total number of trees planted
2,464,286
Estimated carbon sequestration
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443,700 tCO2e
Our stakeholders

Landowners

YGG collaborates with landowners on climate projects, ensuring that the implementation of the projects align with the diverse needs and priorities of each landowner.

Credit Buyers

Buyers of YGGs carbon credits receive the credits, identified by a unique serial number into their accounts in a special carbon registry, the International Carbon Registry (ICR). YGG exclusively sells credits from projects that have been completed and certified by an accredited verifier.

The community

In addition to carbon sequestration, our projects create various other positive benefits. These benefits include the creation of recreational areas, increased income for landowners, and job opportunities for the local community all around Iceland.

Our partners

YGG works in close collaboration with experts to ensure quality in its activities and projects. This partnership supports us in enforcing strict requirements, applying the latest knowledge and ensuring that our projects are sustainable and reliable.
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What is a carbon credit?

A carbon credit is a unit of measurement that represents the sequestered or removed emissions of one tonne of carbon dioxide (CO₂) or equivalent greenhouse gases. Carbon credits are often part of climate action and are used in carbon offsets, where companies or individuals compensate for their own emissions by investing in projects that reduce or sequester carbon, for example through afforestation or ecosystem restoration.Information on carbon credits from YGG can be found on the Global Carbon Inventory website here
Frequently asked qestions
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What are the main social impacts of YGG projects?
YGG projects create jobs both during the project period and for the future. In the first implementation year of YGG in 2022, over 30 people were involved in various capacities, and this number has increased each year. The areas need to be prepared, which includes activities such as fencing, soil work, and archaeological surveys. Mapping is also essential, both on the ground and with drones. Planting and fertilization are carried out, followed by inspections after planting. In the subsequent years, the area requires monitoring, frost heaving corrections, and replanting assessments within five years. Every five years, drones are used to map the areas to monitor progress, and every five to ten years, extensive measurements of carbon storage and other factors are conducted. Additionally, the projects contribute to a job creation in forest management and sustainable harvesting for future generations.
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What are the main positive environmental impacts of YGG projects?
The primary goal of YGG's projects and their main positive environmental impact is to capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Additional benefits of these projects may include increased biodiversity on degraded land, enhanced landscape diversity, the buildup of carbon reserves in soil, and efforts to combat soil erosion.
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Is afforestation a threat to birdlife?
Forestry can impact certain bird species that prefer heathlands over forested areas. As afforestation increases, this should be taken into consideration, as Iceland holds an international responsibility for the habitats of certain heathland bird species. Currently, heathlands in Iceland cover approximately 1,850,000 hectares, while forested areas account for around 200,000 hectares. Given this, forestry is unlikely to have significant impact at present. Additionally, every year, degraded land is restored creating new habitats for heathland birds.
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