The rainforests of the Wet Tropics region of Queensland have faced significant fragmentation due to agricultural expansion, residential development, and infrastructure projects. This degradation is further compounded by the introduction of invasive species, diseases, and the impacts of surrounding land uses. Protecting and restoring these vital rainforests not only preserves terrestrial biodiversity but also enhances the health of freshwater and marine ecosystems, including the Great Barrier Reef.

Developed by Terrain NRM, Cassowary Credits offer a market-based solution aligned with Australia’s commitments under the Global Biodiversity Framework, to which it is a signatory. By enabling investors to financially reward landholders in the Wet Tropics region, the program supports validated and verified habitat restoration and preservation efforts. Covering an area of approximately two million hectares, this initiative is designed to deliver long-term environmental benefits, contributing to the global goals of halting biodiversity loss and restoring ecosystems by 2030.

Each Cassowary Credit represents a measurable and independently verified improvement in rainforest condition, as defined by the approved project methodology.

You’re Invited:
Cassowary Credits Webinar
22nd May 2025 – 12pm (AEST)

Unpacking the Cassowary Credits Biodiversity Credit Market

Join Eco-Markets Australia for a live webinar to mark the start of our independent administration of Cassowary Credits, on none other than the United Nations’ International Day for Biological Diversity – 22nd May.

We’ll unpack how the Cassowary Credits Wet Tropics Rainforest Recovery program works, who’s involved, update on stacking with ACCU projects, and what’s next for this important new program supporting nature restoration.

You’ll hear directly from those involved in the program’s development and delivery, followed by a live panel Q&A where you can ask questions and take part in
the discussion.

Webinar Speakers & Agenda:

• Maree Adshead – CEO, Eco-Markets Australia:
Webinar Facilitator

• Amy Basnett – Head of Programs – Environmental Markets & Standards, Eco-Markets Australia:
An overview of the Cassowary Credits framework, including the role of the independent administrator, the end-to-end participation process, from registration through to credit issuance, and how Cassowary Credits projects support stacking with ACCU projects.

• Bob Speirs – Chair, Technical Advisory Committee, Eco-Markets Australia:
Why technical oversight and integrity matter, and how the Technical Advisory Committee supports robust, credible standards.

• Bronwyn Robertson – Project Leader, Terrain NRM:
Insights into the development of the Cassowary Credits Standard and a closer look at the Rainforest Replanting Methodology.

• Amber Kellett – Sustainability Education Officer, Cassowary Coast Regional Council:
A live case study: Launching the first stacked ACCU and Cassowary Credits project on the ground.

• Panel Q&A with today’s speakers:
Your opportunity to ask questions and hear more from those involved in the development, administration and delivery of Cassowary Credits.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how Cassowary Credits are helping to restore and protect Australia’s iconic Wet Tropics rainforest, backed by the highest standards of integrity, governance, and transparency.

🗓 Thursday 22 May 2025
🕐 12pm – 1:00pm (AEST)