Paulownia Agroforestry Investment in Switzerland
VERDANTIS Impact Capital offers qualified investors a unique opportunity to participate in sustainable paulownia agroforestry projects across Southern Europe, with Switzerland representing one of the most compelling investment jurisdictions. The VERDANTIS fund is structured as a Luxembourg Reserved Alternative Investment Fund (RAIF), classified Article 9 SFDR — the highest "Dark Green" category under EU sustainable finance regulation.
"Paulownia achieves what no other timber species can: rapid carbon sequestration, premium-grade hardwood, and measurable biodiversity benefits — simultaneously."
— VERDANTIS Research Team, 2025
Why Switzerland for Paulownia Investment?
VERDANTIS Impact Capital is managed by ALVEON Partners AG, headquartered in Cham, Zug, Switzerland — one of Europe's most respected jurisdictions for alternative investment management. Swiss investors benefit from proximity to the management team, ALVEON's established track record in capital markets advisory, and the fund's dual-jurisdiction structure: Swiss management expertise combined with Luxembourg's RAIF regulatory framework (CSSF-regulated). The Zug hub offers additional advantages: neutral jurisdiction, bilateral agreements with the EU, and a deep ecosystem of family offices and institutional capital.
Investment Structure & Returns
The VERDANTIS fund targets institutional investors and family offices with a minimum commitment of EUR 100,000. The fund structure provides four distinct revenue streams, reducing dependence on any single market.
| Revenue Stream | Share | Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Timber Sales | 45% | 270–320 kg/m³ paulownia, fire-resistant (420°C), construction & furniture premium |
| Carbon Credits | 25% | ~30 tCO₂/ha/year, ISO 14064-2 certified, EU CRCF-aligned |
| Agriculture | 20% | Intercropping (aloe vera, garlic, legumes, mint) during timber rotation |
| Land Appreciation | 10% | Regenerated land value uplift in Southern Europe |
Key Fund Metrics
Scientific Validation
The VERDANTIS Polyculture System (VPS) is validated by the University of Bonn (Prof. Dr. Ralf Pude) and the bio innovation park Rheinland e.V. Carbon accounting follows ISO 14064-2 methodology, with third-party verification by TÜV Austria. All paulownia hybrids used are CPVO-certified sterile varieties, eliminating any invasive species risk.
Regulatory Framework
VERDANTIS operates under a comprehensive EU regulatory framework: Article 9 SFDR ("Dark Green"), EU Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF, Regulation 2024/3012), EU Taxonomy alignment, and CBAM compliance. The fund is a Luxembourg RAIF regulated by the CSSF, with investment advisory by Prosperise Capital LLP (FCA-authorised, London).
Contact Our Investment Team
For qualified investors seeking exposure to sustainable forestry and carbon markets in Switzerland and Southern Europe, we invite you to request our investor presentation. Our team — led by CEO Dirk Roethig and COO Mathieu Giraudon — is available for introductory calls and due diligence support.
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