MERLIN and Carbon2Nature Unite for 50-Year Reforestation Commitment in Salamanca

Carbon2Nature, an Iberdrola Group company focused on reducing the global carbon footprint through nature-based solutions, has partnered with MERLIN Properties to launch the MERLIN Forest—a pioneering reforestation project and a first in the real estate sector. Located in Serradilla del Llano (Salamanca), the project aims to restore 200 hectares of land severely affected by the province’s most devastating wildfire in recent history. Carbon2Nature will oversee the technical management, maintenance, and monitoring, while MERLIN has committed to stewarding the forest for the next 50 years, demonstrating a long-term commitment to environmental responsibility.

The initiative involves the planting of more than 300,000 native trees across 192 hectares, with the goal of capturing over 160,000 tons of CO₂ over five decades. Certified under Spain’s official carbon absorption standards, the MERLIN Forest will not only act as a natural carbon sink but also promote biodiversity, support pollinators, improve soil health, and conserve water resources. Located near the Las Batuecas – Sierra de Francia Natural Park, the project represents a powerful example of how private-sector collaboration can drive meaningful climate and ecological impact.