The Fuel Store at Back Greenriggs


The project, part of a larger group at Lowther, represents the conversion of arable and grazing land to sustainable forestry. The projects will all have considerable benefits for wildlife, water quality in local rivers, and downstream flood mitigation. 

The Fuel Store at Back Greenriggs

The project, part of a larger group at Lowther, represents the conversion of arable and grazing land to sustainable forestry. The projects will all have considerable benefits for wildlife, water quality in local rivers, and downstream flood mitigation. 

Species Mix

  • Douglas Fir
  • Sitka Spruce
  • Silver Birch
  • Sycamore

The Fuel Store at Back Greenriggs

4,828 trees 2.82 hectares Spring 2018 1,358 tonnes CO2

Project Additional Benefits

Flood Mitigation Productive Water Quality Wildlife