Dirk Röthig
CEO, VERDANTIS Impact Capital
~30
>20%
Art. 9
EUR 50M
Fund Size Target
Developed by Prosperise Capital LLP, authorised and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority. Institutional-grade governance and compliance.
Fully aligned with EU Carbon Removal Certification Framework (Regulation 2024/3012). ISO 14064-2 verified carbon capture with TUV Austria audit.
16+ years of paulownia research by University of Bonn (Prof. Dr. Ralf Pude). ReCO2Cert standard by bio innovation park Rheinland e.V.
A unique investment opportunity combining attractive financial returns with verified environmental impact. Four diversified revenue streams ensure resilience and consistent cash flow.
>20%
Target IRR
>9x
Target MOIC
>5%
Cash Yield p.a.
from Year 2
12-15
Year Horizon
Each revenue stream has independent market dynamics, providing natural diversification and downside protection. The layered approach progressively enhances returns as the plantation matures.
12-year rotation cycle, premium lightweight hardwood, EUR 600-1200/m³
~30 tCO²/ha/yr, ISO 14064-2 certified, CRCF-ready, EUR 40-70/t target
Garlic, aloe vera, legumes, mint — cash flow from Year 2
Regenerative upgrading of desertification-threatened land in Southern Europe
Each additional revenue layer compounds the overall return. The conservative base case (timber only) already generates attractive returns — every additional stream enhances the risk-adjusted profile.
| Fund Size | EUR 50M |
| Structure | RAIF / SPV / Green Bond |
| Classification | Article 9 SFDR — Dark Green |
| Geography | Southern Europe (Spain) |
| Project Size | >2,500 ha |
| Management Fee | 2.0% p.a. |
| Performance Fee | 20% |
| Breakeven | Year 8 |
The fastest-growing deciduous tree in the world. Paulownia combines extraordinary growth speed with premium timber properties, making it the ideal biological asset for sustainable returns.
>30cm
Trunk diameter in 7 years
270-320
kg/m³ — Ultra lightweight
420°C
Flash point (vs. spruce 250°C)
12 yr
Cycle (vs. 80 yr traditional)
The VERDANTIS Polyculture System (VPS) is a scientifically validated agroforestry model that maximises land productivity through intelligent intercropping while building soil health and carbon stocks.
Year 1–3: Establishment & Early Revenue
Paulownia Planting
Young trees establish root systems, rapid vertical growth begins
Aloe Vera
Thrives in partial shade, pharmaceutical/cosmetics demand, harvest from Year 1
Garlic
High-value cash crop, natural pest deterrent, nitrogen-fixing companion
Legumes
Soil nitrogen fixation, ground cover, organic matter buildup
Year 4–12: Maturation & Full Production
Paulownia Maturity
Full canopy development, timber quality optimisation, carbon sequestration peaks
Mint
Shade-tolerant, essential oils market, continuous harvest cycle
Soil Building
Organic matter increases, mycorrhizal networks, water retention improves
System Dynamics
Self-reinforcing ecosystem, reduced input costs, maximised carbon credits
VERDANTIS operates at the strategic intersection of three converging EU carbon frameworks. Early positioning in the CRCF compliance space creates significant pricing advantages.
EUR 3 Bn
Estimated market size 2026
EUR 40-70/t
Realistic target range
~EUR 83/t
Q4 2025 reference price
Article 9 SFDR
Dark Green classification
ISO 14064-2
Carbon verification standard
CSRD/ESRS Ready
Sustainability reporting
SBTi Compatible
Science-based targets
Our approach is grounded in world-class academic research and validated by independent third-party auditors. Every claim is backed by data.
Prof. Dr. Ralf Pude
Leading global authority on paulownia research with over 16 years of field trials and scientific publications. The university's Campus Klein-Altendorf is home to Europe's largest paulownia research programme.
bioIP — ReCO²Cert Standard
Developer of the ReCO²Cert carbon certification standard, purpose-built for agroforestry carbon removal. Provides the scientific framework for verifiable, long-term carbon sequestration.
Independent environmental audit & carbon verification
Corporate audit & financial reporting
Institutional-grade risk mitigation through eight interlocking safeguards. Each layer reinforces the others, creating a robust framework that protects investor capital at every stage.
Strategy, operations, science, and audit are handled by independent entities.
Independent auditors (TÜV Austria, Deloitte) verify all claims and processes.
Internationally recognised standard for quantifying carbon sequestration.
Sterile hybrids prevent invasive spread — EU plant variety protection.
Aligned with Regulation 2024/3012 for premium carbon credit pricing.
Investment is backed by real land and biological assets — tangible collateral.
Continuous monitoring by University of Bonn and bioIP research teams.
Cash yields from Year 2, timber harvests, carbon credit sales, land sales.
Clear separation of responsibilities ensures checks and balances across all operational dimensions. No single entity controls strategy, execution, research, and audit simultaneously.
Prosperise Capital LLP
London — FCA-regulated
New Innovia S.L.
Spain — 100% ALVEON
Uni Bonn & bioIP
16+ years Paulownia R&D
TÜV Austria & Deloitte
Environmental & Corporate
An experienced team combining expertise in finance, agronomy, operations, and sustainability. United by a shared commitment to building Europe's leading nature-based investment platform.
CEO
Strategic vision, investor relations, and overall direction of the VERDANTIS platform.
COO
Operational excellence, process management, and day-to-day execution across all entities.
R&D
Research coordination, scientific partnerships, and innovation in agroforestry systems.
Project Management
Project delivery, timeline management, and coordination of field operations in Spain.
Sales
Business development, institutional investor engagement, and distribution strategy.
Scientific Advisor
University of Bonn. 16+ years paulownia research, cultivar development, and carbon methodology.
Head of Agronomy
Plantation design, intercropping optimisation, and on-ground agricultural operations in Spain.
ESG & Compliance
SFDR reporting, carbon credit certification, EU regulatory compliance, and sustainability frameworks.
Spain offers the ideal combination of climate, regulatory environment, and land availability for paulownia agroforestry at scale.
Optimal Climate
High solar irradiance, extended growing season, mild winters — accelerated biomass growth
EU Regulatory Framework
Full CRCF, CBAM, Taxonomy, and SFDR compliance within the European Union
Regenerative Opportunity
Upgrading desertification-threatened land — aligned with EU rural development priorities
Reduced Frost Risk
Mediterranean climate eliminates the primary risk factor for paulownia plantations
London
Strategy & Capital
United Kingdom
Cham
Holding
Switzerland
Madrid
Operations
Spain
Milan
Distribution
Italy
Miami
US Distribution | Florida, USA
Contact our team to learn more about VERDANTIS Impact Capital and how sustainable agroforestry can deliver compelling returns with verified environmental impact.
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