At Rex Forestry, our commitment to climate action is woven into the core of our operations. As custodians of one of the most significant forestry landscapes in the region, we recognise that sustainably managed forests play a powerful role in carbon sequestration, biodiversity protection, and longterm climate resilience. Our work is anchored in strict environmental standards, continuous monitoring, and close collaboration with stakeholders and government agencies.
Advancing Carbon Governance Through Strong Operational Controls
Maintaining robust Environmental & Social Action Plan (ESAP) controls is fundamental to our overall sustainability strategy. These ESAP activities include regular inspections, community engagement sessions, and strengthening monitoring systems across our concession areas. Our onground teams conduct systematic operational reviews to ensure compliance with these environmental management practices.
Our operational controls are further reinforced through active government collaboration. During the reporting periods, we welcome multiple regulatory and review agencies, including:
- British International Investments (BII)
- ONDIPA and Federal Investments Agency
- Ondo State Ministry of Forestry and Agriculture
These site inspections are focused on areas such as harvesting, biodiversity, carbon compliance, and land use practices. These engagements validate our alignment with regulated environmental standards and demonstrate transparency in our carbonlinked forest management work.
Carbon Monitoring Enhanced Through LandscapeLevel Mapping
We conducted a community drone mapping exercise capturing detailed environmental data across locations such as Ayetimbo and Moses Camp. These drone generated maps support carbon estimation activities, enhance landuse planning, and strengthen our ability to detect changes in forest cover, soil condition, and ecosystem health.
By integrating modern mapping tools into fieldwork, we are ensuring accuracy in carbon stock assessments and boosting our long term monitoring capacity.
Community Partnerships at the Heart of Climate Action
We believe that meaningful climate action must grow alongside strong communities. Through our Community & Carbon Operational Control activities, we continue to strengthen relationships with forest adjacent communities whose partnership is essential for forest protection and positive carbon outcomes.
Highlights include:
- Engagement meetings with village leaders across Ayetimbo, Kangidi, Karaole, Ayetoro and others
- Conflict resolution discussions with community groups (e.g., Okada Operators)
- Community drone mapping participation
- Stakeholder dialogue sessions to minimise forest encroachment and boost local awareness on climate sensitive practices
These partnerships ensure that our carbon goals are supported by local buy-in rooted in transparency and shared value.
Our Path Forward
We are deeply committed to responsible climate action through strong environmental governance, community partnerships, and forward looking carbon initiatives. As we continue advancing toward global certification standards and expanding our monitoring systems, our focus remains clear:
Protect the forests, empower the communities, and contribute meaningfully to global climate resilience.