Development and Afforestation are not mutually exclusive… we want to demonstrate this by giving forests a new definition; one that is relevant in this rapidly developing world.
We believe it is time to shift from manicured landscapes to purpose based plantations that contribute to better air quality, water conservation, checking global warming and supporting the overall ecosystem. Acacia Eco is working towards creating Miyawaki forests that are fast growing and sustainable.
ACACIA: REDEFINING FORESTS
forest.
NOUN
1. large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth:
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If we were to ask you to close your eyes and think of a forest – most of you would be seeing variations of large areas covered with trees. It’s hard to think of how individuals can contribute to afforestation at a personal level, when we think of forests that way.
But imagine a new definition of forests – forests that are small and modular; forests that can be ‘inserted’ in empty spaces around you!
129 RETREAT
Plotting Scheme in Vasajda, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 612 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 2,600
Project Timeline:
Phase 1 - March 2016
Phase 2 - April 2017
Phase 3 - January 2018
Project Status: On-going
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This was the pilot project done, inspired by a TED Talk on the Miyawaki method. The success of this pilot was the inspiration for Acacia!
ABOUT US
Here at Acaciaeco.com, we see the value in everyone. We want to be a catalyst for positive change, and since our beginnings in 2000, we’ve been driven by the same ideas we initially founded our Enviromental Health Organization upon: support, empowerment, and progress. Learn more about our mission, our vision, and how we go about making the changes we want to see.
129 RETREAT
Plotting Scheme in Vasajda, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 612 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 2,600
Project Timeline:
Phase 1 - March 2016
Phase 2 - April 2017
Phase 3 - January 2018
Project Status: Completed
TOYOTA FORMS
Factory in Sanand, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 700 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 3,260
Project Timeline: October 2016
Project Status: Completed
129 WEEKEND VILLAS
Private Residence in Vasajda, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 40 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 190
Project Timeline: December 2016
Project Status: Completed
DUNGARWADI
Parsi Dungarwadi in Jashodanagar, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 3,584 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 15,373
Project Timeline:
Phase 1 - May 2017
Phase 2 - December 2017
Phase 3 - June 2018
Project Status: Completed
ONE42
Office and Retail Commercial Space off Ambli Road, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 20 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 70
Project Timeline: May 2017
Project Status: Completed
SHREYAS FOUNDATION
School in Ambawadi, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 3,679 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 14,163
Project Timeline:
Phase 1 - June 2017
Phase 2 - September 2017
Phase 3 - June 2018
Project Status: Completed
NAVROJI HALL
Community Hall in Shahibaug, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 188 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 1,015
Project Timeline: December 2017
Project Status: Completed
NASMED
Plotting scheme in Shilaj, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 2162 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 10,262
Project Timeline: December 2017
Project Status: Completed
JAY CHEMICALS
Factory in Vatra, Khambhat
Plantation Area: 432 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 2,132
Project Timeline: January 2017
Project Status: Completed
TODDLER'S DEN
Pre-school in Bodakdev, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 45 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 180
Project Timeline: March 2018
Project Status: Completed
KOLAT
Farm in Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 898 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 4048
Project Timeline: April 2018
Project Status: Completed
KOBA
Farm in Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 800 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 3600
Project Timeline: April 2018
Project Status: Completed
ANKUR
Residence in Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 190 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 912
Project Timeline: April 2018
Project Status: Completed
ONE49
Residential building in Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 65 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 300
Project Timeline: July 2018
Project Status: Completed
NAROL HIGHWAY
Highway in Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 700 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 3000
Project Timeline: August 2018
Project Status: Completed
SHILPGRAM-7
Plotting scheme in Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 412 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 1854
Project Timeline: September 2018
Project Status: Completed
CORRTECH ENERGY
Factory in Changodar, Ahmedabad
Plantation Area: 120 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 540
Project Timeline: September 2018
Project Status: Completed
RIDDHI SIDDHI MAGNESIUM WORKS
Factory in Patdi, Gujarat
Plantation Area: 100 sq. m
Number of Trees Planted: 450
Project Timeline: October 2018
Project Status: Completed
PRODUCT
New Addition
PRODUCT
Customer Favorite
SMART
selection of plant species based on soil, climate and usage; plantation techniques allowing for 10x faster growth
MODULAR
customised modern day plantations that can be modified and inserted in everyday spaces available around us
SUSTAINABLE
no maintenance required after 2 years; biodiverse plantations enabling ecosystems of birds and butterflies
THE MIYAWAKI METHOD
A unique methodology proven to work in varied soil and climate conditions, resulting is a fast growing, sustainable, chemical free forests.
10x faster plant growth
Around 30-40 different native species
30x denser than conventional plantations
Upto 30x more carbon -dioxide absorption
Self sustainable in two years
Substantially higher noise and dust isolation
Supports ecosystem of birds and butterflies
OUR PROCESS
End to end project execution and maintenance
1. SOIL AND WATER TESTING FOR SELECTED SITES
Tree selection and soil treatment requirements are determined based on the results
2. IDENTIFICATION OF TREE SPECIES FOR SITE
Native tree species are selected based on the soil/water, type of site and client preferences
3. PROCUREMENT OF MATERIAL AND SAPLINGS
Material like organic manure and saplings are procured, many of this comes from our in house nursery
4. SOIL PREPARATION AS PER MIYAWAKI METHODOLGY
The soil’s water retention capacity, perforation and available nutrition content is enhanced
5. MIYAWAKI METHOD CLUSTER PLANTATION
Cluster plantation has different tree species planted in close proximity - between 3 to 4 trees in 1 sq. m area
6. MAINTENANCE AND GROWTH MONITORING
Regular watering and weeding is done for two years post which the forest becomes self sustained