The project was formed with the hope to transform the landscape, boost local biodiversity, fight climate change, and bring benefits for the community.

The Lower Chew Forest will be home to 100,000 trees and shrubs, new wetlands, miles of hedgerows, and species-rich grassland. It is a continuously growing habitat that will be a sanctuary for local wildlife, promoting biodiversity and creating a natural paradise.

The forest will help tackle climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere  and will also reduce flooding risks in nearby villages and towns like Keynsham. The forest will offer spaces for regenerative food production, agroforestry and community activities where people can volunteer, learn, and connect with nature.

Triodos has always aimed not only to combat biodiversity loss but also to proactively contribute to the growth of natural habitats before irreversible losses occur.