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Environmental
and Social ImpactProject development including forestry and renewables
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The Fast
Growing Tree1,500 hectares of land reforested with Paulownia
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Sustainable
DevelopmentSocio-economic and Carbon sequestration benefits.
Environmental Impact
- Carbon sequestration
- Biodiversity benefits
- Avoided deforestation
- Sustainable harvest
- Climate change mitigation
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The Paulownia trees that were coppiced have grown back up to over 4 metres in just a few months.
Nearly all the trees have now reached a height of 4.5m
Growth is consistent with projections
Silva Tree has begun marketing seedlings for sale
The little Paulownia trees can be sold as ornamental plants
As well as to plantation owners for timber production
Final planting activities for this season.
Staff are planting the last seedlings before the rainy season arrives.
These trees are three months old.
A group of school children was taken by teachers to visit Silva Tree's Princess Project
The group was taught about the purpose of the forestry project
As well as about the effects of climate change
Children enjoyed a hands-on experience
Visitng the greenhouses and laboratory
And all of the buildings related to the project
The local school children were allowed to enter Silva Tree's micro-propagation laboratory
Where they were taught about the process of producing seedlings
And enjoyed some light refreshment provided by Silva Tree at the end of the tour.
100 workers have been employed by the Princess Project Panama
During the heavy planting season, many workers are required
Both for planting in the field and for the preparation of land and seedlings before planting.
The number of staff has now reached 100 people
Including field workers
And contractors
As a part of developing the new visitors' centre, the project area is being revamped.
With finishing touches including lighting and landscaped areas.
Night lighting has been added for workers living onsite.
seedlings being prepared for planting
seedlings being carried for planting
seedlings being transported into the field
Land prepared for planting
Seedlings ready for planting
Seedlings produced on site
Roads leading to the laboratory are being completed
Entrance to the project being tidied
Greenhouse area landscaping is being completed.
Silva Tree believes in equal rights so when local community women asked to join the planting team, we were delighted.
It is uncommong in Panama for women to work in the field.
Silva Tree believes in employing all members of society.
Rows of Paulownia trees at the Princess Project Panama
Planting team next to a Paulownia tree
Paulownia trees with the Silva Tree laboratory in the background
Princess Project trees are showing good growth in the rain
Height as well as trunk width are in keeping with growth predictions
Paulownia tree rows
The stumpy base of the coppicing can be seen here
Paulownia trees coppiced for the dry season are showing good growth in recent rains.
Trees are showing over 4m of growth over 4 months in the Silva Tree plantation.
Greenhouses at the Silva Tree site
They will have to hold up to a million seedlings a month at full capacity
Nursery greenhouses at the Princess Project are housing seedlings
The BDM Manager, of Silva Tree's UK office visited the Silva Tree Paulownia plantation.
The beginning of the rainy season allowed him to witness the fast growth of the Paulownia
As well as to see the whole operation first-hand
Princess Project greenhouses are ready for seedlings
Germinating areas have been set up for the Silva Tree Paulownia plantation
Various germinating areas belonging to the Silva Tree Paulownia plantation
Silva Tree Paulownia trees at over 2m
Princess Project greenhouses ready for use
Silva Tree new house construction finished
Houses for laboratory workers completed
Living room interior
Silva Tree laboratory flooring being finished
3 month old Paulownia in silva Tree test site
3 month old Paulownia leaves already massive
Dry season test site showing positive results
Seedlings sprout from buried roots
Then planted into small pots
And acclimatised for planting
The final tests were performed on the Silva Tree lab's air-conditioning system
The lab must remain at a constant temperature for the seedlings to survive
The lab's electrics were switched on with great success on the 21st Feb 2011
3 huge greenhouses are being built at the Princess Project Panama
They are due to be completed in April 2011
They will house thousands of young Paulownia trees
Three enormous greenhouses are being erected at the Princess Project
These will house the millions of seedlings that will be produced
Construction will be completed before the first seedlings need to be housed
The Ranforest Alliance performed a field visit at the Princess Project Panama
Visiting the plantation in person...
And going through the Carbon project PDD
After the floods cleared, Silva Tree celebrated Christmas with field workers.
Gift hampers were given to staff
A celebratory dinner was also held
After local flooding caused delays, the lab equipment reached Chepo.
The reefer contains laboratory equipment
70% of the equipment has now been installed at the Princess Project site
The laboratory exterior is painted
Laboratory surrounds are being cleaned and tidied
Internal decoration is also complete
The micro-propagation laboratory requires specialist equipment from the USA
Following the Thanksgiving holidays, the equipment has now left for Panama
The truck will carry the container to Miami for shipping
Equipment for Silva Tree's micro-propagation laboratory has been purchased in the USA
It has now been loaded onto a reefer for shipping to Panama
Shipping is expected to go ahead after Thanksgiving
Heavy rains have turned roads near the Princess Project muddy
Vehicles in the community are getting stuck
Silva Tree and neighbouring farm join forces to repair the damage
Paulownia tree a week after planting
Paulownia after one month of growth
The largest of the latest seedling batch are already over 2 metres tall
Most of the trees show evidence of being ready for coppicing
Recently planted trees thrive in the wet season
The larger trees will be trimmed for the upcoming dry season
Fertiliser experts from Fetitect visit the Princess Project to check that the trees are receiving enough nutrients
They are a 3rd party which regularly checks that that the trees are receiving enough nutrients
Meanwhile, the laboratory receives water tanks.
Silva Tree staff inspect a variety of roots for micropopagation
Mother stock for the new laboratory will be researched until its opening.
Root tissue will be cloned to produce seedlings under lab conditions
A nursery is being built on Princess Project land
The nurseries will house the trees produced by Silva Tree's micro-propagation lab
Huge areas are being developed for the nurseries
WPI's Bob visits the Princess Project Panama
The Silva Tree team allow him to inspect newly planted trees
Bob assesses health and growth of new trees
A 3 year old Paulownia plantation
A biomass Paulownia plantation
Trees grown for biomass are not pruned
Tractor driver
Happy locals on back of truck
Driver
Local cowboy
Children at the village
Panamanian bus
Heavy rains fall on the Princess Project
The newly planted areas are lush and green
New areas are cleared for planting some more
This tree is 90 cms tall, aged just 52 days
66m cms tall, aged 31 days
The Paulownia tree is extremely fast growing
Boxes of seedlings being transported from the airport
The seedlings look healthy on arrival
Seedlings are taken to the Princess Project for acclimatisation and planting
The old sleeping quarters
The new sleeping quarters
They are complete apart from being painted
Interior doorways are built
Walls and hallways are constructed
View from behind the laboratory
Fertilisation levels are monitored by a team of specialists
A forestry expert from Fertitec inspects the Paulownia's leaves
The ultimate fertisiler dosis is agreed
A newly planted area within the Princess Project
A recently planted mature seedling
Young seedlings acclimatise
The laboratory exterior is nearly complete
Interior construction is well under way
The laboratory should be fully functional by Q1 2011
Although the major rains have not yet started, the first seedlings of the season are being planted.
Silva Tree have set up an irrigation system which can service the seedlings until the rain arrives.
Approximately 40 hectares are being planted at this time.
An experiment was made to see how much a Paulownia seedling would grow in 2 days without water..
This was the seedling at its original size (notice smallest, central leaves)
And this was just 2 days later. It would appear they grow tremendously, even in dry conditions.
Having completed the foundations, the main steel structure of the lab is assembled.
A crane is used to lift the heavy roof pieeces.
The external walls are then erected.
The seedlings have been planted between 1 week and 3 months ago
This is a medium-sized seedling
This one is three months old
A small pump is used to test the water quality of this recently dug well
Most of the water is held in enormous tanks (under constrction here) and used for irrigation
Some of the water is directed to a smaller tank for human consumption
Silva Tree Director holding a 5 year old Paulwonia tree
The tree has grown to this size in the cooler climate of Georgia, USA.
Growth rings show the tree's age to be just 5 years old
Silva Tree visited a Paulownia plantation featuring trees grown specifically for biomass production
When the trees regenerate after the first harvest, all the shoots are allowed to grow
The wood is processed into biomass which is used as a renewable fuel
Silva Tree directors chatting to the chef
The kitchen exterior
The kitchen serves hot meals to workers who live onsite.
Healthy leaf growth and straight stalks show Paulownia trees are developing well
The tallest of the trees have reached a height of 90cms
The Panamanian dry season is a period of slow growth for young saplings but they are growing regardless.
The new micro-propagation laboratory location is next to the Princess Project plantation
The site has been levelled for construction
A large laboratory, dining room and housing for staff are to be built.
Internal roads providing access to different parts of the Princess Project have been constructed
This is a practical requirement due to the large project area.
It is also a requirement of the Panamanian environmental regulations.
Opening boxes containing tens of thousand of Paulownia seedlings
Counting the young trees and checking their health after transit
Unloading the vans carrying the seedlings from the airport
At the Princess Project with Forestry Engineer Herminio
Photographing the young Paulownia trees
With the field workers
Trees when planted in October 2009
Trees in November 2009
Trees in December 2009
Christmas eve in Panama city: Silva Tree Directors on the left, Eduardo Reyes in the centre Management team on the right.
Meeting with senior authorities in early January.
From left: Directors of Silva Tree, Police Commissioner, Minister of Public Works, Head of Judicial Investigation Department (Public Ministry), Mayor of Chepo District.
Spider monkeys live in an isolated forest patch next door to Princess Project site
By reforesting neighbouring areas, we create biological corridors for animals like these.
A rare species of spider, found in abundance on the Princess Project site.
All the children waiting expectantly for their Xmas gifts
Presents were given to all the children
Parents joined in for Xmas dinner
A piñata was set up in the school yard
Children going for the goodies
And then the flag pole climbing started
A loo with a view...
Digging of the septic tanks
Works continue
The water damage caused to the project access road was repaired by Silva Tree. Local farmers and villagers also benefit from the repairs.
Repairs to the water drainage channels.
Digging superior water drainage.
A member of the Silva Tree team plants one of the first seedlings
One of the seedlings taking root in the field.
Rows showing first trees planted.
Seedlings arrive by air and are transported on a truck to the plantation.
They arrive in good condition, well hydrated and healthy looking.
Seedlings are placed in their enclosure to recover from being transported and acclimatise to the Panamanian weather conditions.
Planting the first Paulownia tree of the Princess Project
The larger seedlings are selected for planting
Smaller seedlings are left to acclimatise
Torrential rains provide valuable water but can damage very young saplings
The Silva Tree team build a temporary shelter until the storm subsides
Seedlings are placed under cover until they are ready to be planted
The largest plants are growing well
Small plants are acclimatising well
Maintaining the seedlings
A two year old tree which is being grown for chips
Demonstrating the leaf size
Testing tree quality
Seedlings arrive in Panama and are transported to quality control
Having passed qulaity control, the seedlings are transported to their new home
Safely in the acclimatisation area with some of the Silva Tree team
First phase of Princess Project ready for planting.
The bushes and trees have been left uncut.
Plot view showing cleared land area and trees around the river which have been left to grow.
Panamanian school close to project area
Main house on the project site
Local village
Project location frontal view
Entrance to the plot
Plot location
The Silva Tree team at a possible project location
Checking a plot of viability in Chepo
Silva Tree team discuss plot suitability
Seedling cloning laboratory
Young Paulownia plantation
Paulownia seedling nursery
Photo diary
Silva Tree believes in complete transparency. We have developed this photo diary to allow you to visually follow the progress of the Princess Project and to supervise our work every step of the way.
Coppiced Paulownia Grows Back
Thursday 19th of January 2012
The Paulownia trees that were coppiced have grown back up to over 4 metres in just a few months.
Nearly all the trees have now reached a height of 4.5m
Growth is consistent with projections
Seedlings go on sale
Friday 6th of January 2012
Silva Tree has begun marketing seedlings for sale
The little Paulownia trees can be sold as ornamental plants
As well as to plantation owners for timber production
End of Planting Season
Tuesday 29th of November 2011
Final planting activities for this season.
Staff are planting the last seedlings before the rainy season arrives.
These trees are three months old.
School Trip to Silva Tree Project
Friday 7th of October 2011
A group of school children was taken by teachers to visit Silva Tree's Princess Project
The group was taught about the purpose of the forestry project
As well as about the effects of climate change
School Children Learn About Forestry
Friday 7th of October 2011
Children enjoyed a hands-on experience
Visitng the greenhouses and laboratory
And all of the buildings related to the project
Kids Learn about Climate Change at Silva Tree Plantation
Friday 7th of October 2011
The local school children were allowed to enter Silva Tree's micro-propagation laboratory
Where they were taught about the process of producing seedlings
And enjoyed some light refreshment provided by Silva Tree at the end of the tour.
Field Workers and Laboratory
Wednesday 5th of October 2011
100 workers have been employed by the Princess Project Panama
During the heavy planting season, many workers are required
Both for planting in the field and for the preparation of land and seedlings before planting.
100 Workers in the Field
Thursday 29th of September 2011
The number of staff has now reached 100 people
Including field workers
And contractors
Project Area Landscaping
Monday 26th of September 2011
As a part of developing the new visitors' centre, the project area is being revamped.
With finishing touches including lighting and landscaped areas.
Night lighting has been added for workers living onsite.
Wet Season Planting
Thursday 1st of September 2011
seedlings being prepared for planting
seedlings being carried for planting
seedlings being transported into the field
Dry Patches in Rainy Season
Saturday 6th of August 2011
Land prepared for planting
Seedlings ready for planting
Seedlings produced on site
Project Area Landscaping
Tuesday 12th of July 2011
Roads leading to the laboratory are being completed
Entrance to the project being tidied
Greenhouse area landscaping is being completed.
Equal Rights for Local Women
Friday 8th of July 2011
Silva Tree believes in equal rights so when local community women asked to join the planting team, we were delighted.
It is uncommong in Panama for women to work in the field.
Silva Tree believes in employing all members of society.
Silva Tree Paulownia Trees
Friday 10th of June 2011
Rows of Paulownia trees at the Princess Project Panama
Planting team next to a Paulownia tree
Paulownia trees with the Silva Tree laboratory in the background
Rainy Season Tree Growth
Friday 27th of May 2011
Princess Project trees are showing good growth in the rain
Height as well as trunk width are in keeping with growth predictions
Paulownia tree rows
Princess Project Coppiced Tree Growth
Wednesday 25th of May 2011
The stumpy base of the coppicing can be seen here
Paulownia trees coppiced for the dry season are showing good growth in recent rains.
Trees are showing over 4m of growth over 4 months in the Silva Tree plantation.
Silva Tree Greenhouses Functional
Tuesday 24th of May 2011
Greenhouses at the Silva Tree site
They will have to hold up to a million seedlings a month at full capacity
Nursery greenhouses at the Princess Project are housing seedlings
The BDM Manager Visits Princess Project
Sunday 22nd of May 2011
The BDM Manager, of Silva Tree's UK office visited the Silva Tree Paulownia plantation.
The beginning of the rainy season allowed him to witness the fast growth of the Paulownia
As well as to see the whole operation first-hand
Silva Tree Princess Project Greenhouses
Wednesday 4th of May 2011
Princess Project greenhouses are ready for seedlings
Germinating areas have been set up for the Silva Tree Paulownia plantation
Various germinating areas belonging to the Silva Tree Paulownia plantation
Silva Tree Princess Project
Saturday 16th of April 2011
Silva Tree Paulownia trees at over 2m
Princess Project greenhouses ready for use
Silva Tree new house construction finished
Princess Project Infrastructural Development
Thursday 14th of April 2011
Houses for laboratory workers completed
Living room interior
Silva Tree laboratory flooring being finished
New Tree Growth
Wednesday 23rd of February 2011
3 month old Paulownia in silva Tree test site
3 month old Paulownia leaves already massive
Dry season test site showing positive results
Seedling Propagation from Roots
Tuesday 22nd of February 2011
Seedlings sprout from buried roots
Then planted into small pots
And acclimatised for planting
Micro-Propagation Laboratory Cooled
Monday 21st of February 2011
The final tests were performed on the Silva Tree lab's air-conditioning system
The lab must remain at a constant temperature for the seedlings to survive
The lab's electrics were switched on with great success on the 21st Feb 2011
Princess Project Greenhouses
Sunday 20th of February 2011
3 huge greenhouses are being built at the Princess Project Panama
They are due to be completed in April 2011
They will house thousands of young Paulownia trees
Princess Project Greenhouses Erected
Saturday 19th of February 2011
Three enormous greenhouses are being erected at the Princess Project
These will house the millions of seedlings that will be produced
Construction will be completed before the first seedlings need to be housed
Rainforest Alliance Perform VCS Validation Field Visit
Thursday 17th of February 2011
The Ranforest Alliance performed a field visit at the Princess Project Panama
Visiting the plantation in person...
And going through the Carbon project PDD
Christmas at the Princess Project Panama
Tuesday 25th of January 2011
After the floods cleared, Silva Tree celebrated Christmas with field workers.
Gift hampers were given to staff
A celebratory dinner was also held
Laboratory Equipment Reaches Princess Project
Thursday 23rd of December 2010
After local flooding caused delays, the lab equipment reached Chepo.
The reefer contains laboratory equipment
70% of the equipment has now been installed at the Princess Project site
Seedling Laboratory Finishing touches
Monday 20th of December 2010
The laboratory exterior is painted
Laboratory surrounds are being cleaned and tidied
Internal decoration is also complete
Laboratory Equipment Leaves for Panama
Monday 29th of November 2010
The micro-propagation laboratory requires specialist equipment from the USA
Following the Thanksgiving holidays, the equipment has now left for Panama
The truck will carry the container to Miami for shipping
Laboratory Equipment Loaded for Shipping
Tuesday 23rd of November 2010
Equipment for Silva Tree's micro-propagation laboratory has been purchased in the USA
It has now been loaded onto a reefer for shipping to Panama
Shipping is expected to go ahead after Thanksgiving
Silva Tree Repair Roads Due to Flooding
Wednesday 10th of November 2010
Heavy rains have turned roads near the Princess Project muddy
Vehicles in the community are getting stuck
Silva Tree and neighbouring farm join forces to repair the damage
End of Wet Season Growth
Thursday 28th of October 2010
Paulownia tree a week after planting
Paulownia after one month of growth
The largest of the latest seedling batch are already over 2 metres tall
Trees Prepare for Coppicing
Monday 25th of October 2010
Most of the trees show evidence of being ready for coppicing
Recently planted trees thrive in the wet season
The larger trees will be trimmed for the upcoming dry season
Fertiliser Experts Visit Princess Project Panama
Wednesday 6th of October 2010
Fertiliser experts from Fetitect visit the Princess Project to check that the trees are receiving enough nutrients
They are a 3rd party which regularly checks that that the trees are receiving enough nutrients
Meanwhile, the laboratory receives water tanks.
Silva Tree Begin Root Research For Seedling Laboratory
Wednesday 29th of September 2010
Silva Tree staff inspect a variety of roots for micropopagation
Mother stock for the new laboratory will be researched until its opening.
Root tissue will be cloned to produce seedlings under lab conditions
Princess Project Nursery Construction
Sunday 5th of September 2010
A nursery is being built on Princess Project land
The nurseries will house the trees produced by Silva Tree's micro-propagation lab
Huge areas are being developed for the nurseries
WPI Visit Princess Project
Friday 3rd of September 2010
WPI's Bob visits the Princess Project Panama
The Silva Tree team allow him to inspect newly planted trees
Bob assesses health and growth of new trees
Directors' Visit to USA & Panama
Friday 27th of August 2010
A 3 year old Paulownia plantation
A biomass Paulownia plantation
Trees grown for biomass are not pruned
Some Photos of the Princess Project People
Tuesday 3rd of August 2010
Tractor driver
Happy locals on back of truck
Driver
Princess Project Surroundings
Tuesday 3rd of August 2010
Local cowboy
Children at the village
Panamanian bus
Rain and Planting in June
Tuesday 27th of July 2010
Heavy rains fall on the Princess Project
The newly planted areas are lush and green
New areas are cleared for planting some more
Tree Growth
Tuesday 27th of July 2010
This tree is 90 cms tall, aged just 52 days
66m cms tall, aged 31 days
The Paulownia tree is extremely fast growing
Seedlings Arrive in Their Thousands
Monday 26th of July 2010
Boxes of seedlings being transported from the airport
The seedlings look healthy on arrival
Seedlings are taken to the Princess Project for acclimatisation and planting
Additional Sleeping Accommodation Built
Saturday 26th of June 2010
The old sleeping quarters
The new sleeping quarters
They are complete apart from being painted
Further Laboratory Developments
Friday 18th of June 2010
Interior doorways are built
Walls and hallways are constructed
View from behind the laboratory
Fertiliser Levels Are Monitored
Thursday 17th of June 2010
Fertilisation levels are monitored by a team of specialists
A forestry expert from Fertitec inspects the Paulownia's leaves
The ultimate fertisiler dosis is agreed
Wet Season Planting
Wednesday 9th of June 2010
A newly planted area within the Princess Project
A recently planted mature seedling
Young seedlings acclimatise
Further Laboratory Progress
Monday 17th of May 2010
The laboratory exterior is nearly complete
Interior construction is well under way
The laboratory should be fully functional by Q1 2011
Wet Season Planting Starts
Tuesday 27th of April 2010
Although the major rains have not yet started, the first seedlings of the season are being planted.
Silva Tree have set up an irrigation system which can service the seedlings until the rain arrives.
Approximately 40 hectares are being planted at this time.
Unbelievable Tree Growth
Monday 19th of April 2010
An experiment was made to see how much a Paulownia seedling would grow in 2 days without water..
This was the seedling at its original size (notice smallest, central leaves)
And this was just 2 days later. It would appear they grow tremendously, even in dry conditions.
Laboratory Construction Develops
Friday 16th of April 2010
Having completed the foundations, the main steel structure of the lab is assembled.
A crane is used to lift the heavy roof pieeces.
The external walls are then erected.
Paulownia Tree Growth
Sunday 11th of April 2010
The seedlings have been planted between 1 week and 3 months ago
This is a medium-sized seedling
This one is three months old
Princess Project Wells Are Dug
Wednesday 7th of April 2010
A small pump is used to test the water quality of this recently dug well
Most of the water is held in enormous tanks (under constrction here) and used for irrigation
Some of the water is directed to a smaller tank for human consumption
5 Year Old Paulwonia Trees
Tuesday 6th of April 2010
Silva Tree Director holding a 5 year old Paulwonia tree
The tree has grown to this size in the cooler climate of Georgia, USA.
Growth rings show the tree's age to be just 5 years old
Silva Tree Visits Biomass Plantation
Monday 5th of April 2010
Silva Tree visited a Paulownia plantation featuring trees grown specifically for biomass production
When the trees regenerate after the first harvest, all the shoots are allowed to grow
The wood is processed into biomass which is used as a renewable fuel
Princess Project Kitchen
Monday 5th of April 2010
Silva Tree directors chatting to the chef
The kitchen exterior
The kitchen serves hot meals to workers who live onsite.
Paulownia Trees Grow Despite the Dry Season
Monday 22nd of March 2010
Healthy leaf growth and straight stalks show Paulownia trees are developing well
The tallest of the trees have reached a height of 90cms
The Panamanian dry season is a period of slow growth for young saplings but they are growing regardless.
Seedling Laboratory Construction Begins
Wednesday 17th of March 2010
The new micro-propagation laboratory location is next to the Princess Project plantation
The site has been levelled for construction
A large laboratory, dining room and housing for staff are to be built.
Princess Project Internal Roads Completed
Tuesday 16th of March 2010
Internal roads providing access to different parts of the Princess Project have been constructed
This is a practical requirement due to the large project area.
It is also a requirement of the Panamanian environmental regulations.
Latest Seedlings Arrive
Thursday 25th of February 2010
Opening boxes containing tens of thousand of Paulownia seedlings
Counting the young trees and checking their health after transit
Unloading the vans carrying the seedlings from the airport
International Journalists Visit Princess Project Panama
Friday 12th of February 2010
At the Princess Project with Forestry Engineer Herminio
Photographing the young Paulownia trees
With the field workers
Tree growth so far...
Monday 18th of January 2010
Trees when planted in October 2009
Trees in November 2009
Trees in December 2009
Silva Tree meet Local Authorities in Panama
Monday 11th of January 2010
Christmas eve in Panama city: Silva Tree Directors on the left, Eduardo Reyes in the centre Management team on the right.
Meeting with senior authorities in early January.
From left: Directors of Silva Tree, Police Commissioner, Minister of Public Works, Head of Judicial Investigation Department (Public Ministry), Mayor of Chepo District.
Close encounters with Princess Project wildlife
Thursday 24th of December 2009
Spider monkeys live in an isolated forest patch next door to Princess Project site
By reforesting neighbouring areas, we create biological corridors for animals like these.
A rare species of spider, found in abundance on the Princess Project site.
Christmas presents & dinner for local school children
Friday 18th of December 2009
All the children waiting expectantly for their Xmas gifts
Presents were given to all the children
Parents joined in for Xmas dinner
Xmas party for school children
Friday 18th of December 2009
A piñata was set up in the school yard
Children going for the goodies
And then the flag pole climbing started
Development of facilities for field workers
Wednesday 9th of December 2009
A loo with a view...
Digging of the septic tanks
Works continue
Improvements to public areas near project
Monday 7th of December 2009
The water damage caused to the project access road was repaired by Silva Tree. Local farmers and villagers also benefit from the repairs.
Repairs to the water drainage channels.
Digging superior water drainage.
Princess Project Planting Begins
Thursday 29th of October 2009
A member of the Silva Tree team plants one of the first seedlings
One of the seedlings taking root in the field.
Rows showing first trees planted.
Second Delivery of Seedlings Arrives in Panama
Wednesday 28th of October 2009
Seedlings arrive by air and are transported on a truck to the plantation.
They arrive in good condition, well hydrated and healthy looking.
Seedlings are placed in their enclosure to recover from being transported and acclimatise to the Panamanian weather conditions.
Director Oversees First Planting
Wednesday 28th of October 2009
Planting the first Paulownia tree of the Princess Project
The larger seedlings are selected for planting
Smaller seedlings are left to acclimatise
Seedlings Protected from Heavy Rains
Thursday 22nd of October 2009
Torrential rains provide valuable water but can damage very young saplings
The Silva Tree team build a temporary shelter until the storm subsides
Seedlings are placed under cover until they are ready to be planted
Seedlings Acclimatise
Wednesday 21st of October 2009
The largest plants are growing well
Small plants are acclimatising well
Maintaining the seedlings
Visit to Paulownia Plantations
Monday 19th of October 2009
A two year old tree which is being grown for chips
Demonstrating the leaf size
Testing tree quality
Seedlings Arrive in Panama
Monday 12th of October 2009
Seedlings arrive in Panama and are transported to quality control
Having passed qulaity control, the seedlings are transported to their new home
Safely in the acclimatisation area with some of the Silva Tree team
Land Cleared Ready for Planting
Monday 14th of September 2009
First phase of Princess Project ready for planting.
The bushes and trees have been left uncut.
Plot view showing cleared land area and trees around the river which have been left to grow.
Princess Project Community Survey
Wednesday 9th of September 2009
Panamanian school close to project area
Main house on the project site
Local village
Princess Project Land Purchased
Tuesday 18th of August 2009
Project location frontal view
Entrance to the plot
Plot location
Silva Tree Team Search for Suitable Plot
Saturday 20th of June 2009
The Silva Tree team at a possible project location
Checking a plot of viability in Chepo
Silva Tree team discuss plot suitability
Silva Tree Visit to WPI Headquarters in Georgia
Wednesday 10th of June 2009
Seedling cloning laboratory
Young Paulownia plantation
Paulownia seedling nursery
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