Riau, Sumatra / Under validation

Pekanbaru Suntara Peatland Project (Verra 5520)

A peat-swamp landscape where the project proposes restoring peatland, protecting remaining forest and re-establishing vegetation on cleared land.

Four site photographs from the Pekanbaru Suntara project area showing waterways and vegetation — Site photographs from the project area; not evidence of validation or credit issuance.

Geography: Dumai, Riau Province, Indonesia
Landscape: Tropical peat-swamp forest and restoration areas
Stated project area: About 35,600 ha; Area described in the Verra project record; not a verified carbon-crediting boundary.
Publicly described stage: Under validation (public comment period closed) in Verra’s VCS programme.

Project context

Peatland restoration & forest conservation

The Pekanbaru Suntara Peatland Project proposes peatland and forest conservation and restoration near Dumai, Riau. Planned work includes rewetting peat, protecting remaining forest, restoring vegetation and supporting surrounding communities.

180Climate’s role

180Climate is a joint project proponent of the Pekanbaru Suntara Peatland Project. Its role is documented in the project agreement.

Supporting documentation is available on request.

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