Net Zero Forestry Project – Scotland
Brief
A major landowner required expert guidance to design and deliver a forestry planting scheme as part of its commitment to Net Zero. The project needed to balance commercial objectives with regulatory compliance and community engagement, ensuring both environmental and social value.
Process
Bell Ingram provided full consultancy and project management, working closely with the client and stakeholders throughout every stage of the scheme. This included:
• Agreeing the scope of proposed planting with the client.
• Applying to Forestry Land Scotland for planting approval.
• Selecting and instructing contractors.
• Supervising planting works on the ground, including collaboration with community groups involved in engagement initiatives.
• Signing off works on completion and submitting grant claims.
• Providing ongoing supervision and management of the sites to ensure long-term success.
Outcome
The forestry scheme was successfully delivered, creating new woodland to support the client’s Net Zero ambitions while also engaging and benefiting the local community. With Bell Ingram’s ongoing management, the sites will continue to provide both environmental and social value, demonstrating how professional estate management can drive sustainable outcomes.
