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Orteva Projects:
Innovating for Sustainability

A Living Mosaic

At Orteva, our projects showcase how environmental restoration and economic growth go hand-in-hand. Each project combines cutting-edge science, advanced technology, and community involvement for long-lasting impact.

Featured Projects

Rivers State Carbon Mosaic Initiative

A groundbreaking restoration project covering over 260,000 hectares of mangroves and seagrass meadows in Nigeria. Our holistic “Carbon Mosaic” strategy integrates:

  • Mangrove Restoration: Restoring degraded mangroves to sequester carbon, protect biodiversity, and mitigate coastal erosion.
  • Seagrass Conservation: Revitalising marine habitats, boosting fish stocks, and increasing carbon storage.
  • Regenerative Agriculture: Implementing sustainable farming practices, including minimal tillage, crop rotation, and intercropping, enhancing productivity and soil health.
  • Biochar Innovation: Turning invasive Nipa palms and agricultural waste into biochar to improve soil fertility, remediate oil-contaminated land, and enhance water quality.


This initiative is poised to generate millions of tonnes of premium carbon credits, driving significant socio-economic benefits, including employment, sustainable livelihoods, and improved ecosystem resilience.

Delta State Carbon Mosaic Initiative

An innovative ecological restoration covering 270,000 hectares of mangrove forests and 130,000 hectares of seagrass meadows. This comprehensive approach uniquely combines:

  • Advanced Mangrove Rehabilitation: Utilising biochar-enhanced bioremediation to accelerate recovery from oil spills and ecosystem degradation.
  • Seagrass Ecosystem Revival: Deploying innovative seagrass planting techniques, such as biodegradable hessian mats, to rapidly restore marine biodiversity and boost fish populations.
  • Community-led Conservation: Empowering over 135 local communities with tools like citizen science mobile apps for real-time environmental monitoring and rapid response to threats.
  • Sustainable Livelihood Diversification: Establishing sustainable enterprises in oyster farming, beekeeping, and craft production from invasive Nipa palms, creating new economic opportunities.

The Delta initiative is designed for maximum ecological and community impact, setting new benchmarks in sustainability and delivering high-value carbon credits to global markets.

Project Highlights:

  • Economic Opportunities: Over 12,000 direct and indirect jobs created in ecological restoration and sustainable business initiatives.
  • Empowered Communities: Robust stakeholder engagement ensures lasting benefits and strong local stewardship.
  • Cutting-edge Research: Collaboration with local universities enhances project effectiveness and ecological outcomes.
  • Verified Excellence: Adhering strictly to international standards, ensuring reliability and investor appeal.

At Orteva, we're not just restoring nature—we're creating a prosperous, sustainable future for people, planet, and profit.