Important Disclosure. For project developers, corporates, and accredited investors. Not a public offer. Local restrictions may apply. Prepared by FG Capital Advisors, August 2025.
AFOLU Carbon Project Consultants
Agriculture, Forestry & Other Land-Use projects will supply the bulk of nature-based credits this decade, yet most initiatives struggle to reach issuance. FG Capital Advisors closes that gap with integrated field science, certification expertise, and structured finance backed by forward-flow capital. From feasibility to first credit sale, our team delivers technical rigour, bankable documentation, and tailored funding.
1. Service Scope
- Feasibility & baseline. Land-use diagnostics, additionality testing, leakage modelling.
- Methodology & MRV. Verra, Gold Standard, ART/TREES selection; remote-sensing plans; soil-carbon lab protocols.
- Certification workflow. PDD drafting, validator liaison, registry onboarding.
- Capital structuring. USD 480 million forward-flow lines and a USD 100 million stream-finance facility.
- Commercialisation. Off-take negotiation, auction setup, market-price intelligence.
2. Financing Instruments
| Instrument | Advance Rate | Security | Tenor | Ideal Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Stream | Up to 40 % of forecast VERs | Future-credit assignment | 5–10 yrs | Feasibility→Validation |
| Forward-Flow Facility | Up to 70 % of verified issuances | Registry escrow | Rolling | Post-verification |
| Bridge Loan | Up to 60 % of expected sales | Off-take pledge | 12–24 mths | Pre-issuance→First sale |
3. Geographic Reach
Active mandates in Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, Australia & Oceania, and selected European rewilding corridors.
4. Consultant Credentials
- Five PhDs in forestry, soil science, or remote sensing.
- CFA and CAIA charterholders driving underwriting and modelling.
- Lead validator experience across Verra, Gold Standard, ART/TREES.
- GIS specialists certified in Earth Engine and PlanetScope.
- UK & US-qualified counsel for land-tenure and Article 6 contracts.
5. Process Overview
- Evaluate. Feasibility screen, baseline model, financial sensitivity.
- Structure. Methodology choice, MRV blueprint, term-sheet negotiation.
- Certify. PDD drafting, validator interface, registry setup.
- Finance. Draw under stream, bridge, or forward-flow lines.
- Monetise. Sell credits via off-take, auction, or brokerage.
6. Why FG Capital Advisors
- Capital certainty. USD 80 million forward-flow capacity plus in-house stream facility.
- Technical depth. Ecology, engineering, finance, and legal expertise under one roof.
- Transparent economics. Milestone-based fees tied to verification and sales.
- Global compliance. Proven delivery across Verra, Gold Standard, and ART/TREES.
Companies choose FG Capital Advisors to de-risk development, expedite certification, and maximise monetisation in voluntary and compliance carbon markets.
