NFTree’s conservation incentives model is built around community-led agreements that recognize and reward local ecosystem services. The conservation agreements define the restoration or conservation activities to be carried out and the criteria for incentive disbursement. By channeling resources directly to land stewards—especially in high-biodiversity zones—this mechanism ensures both the economic viability and ecological integrity of restoration efforts. The model also considers informal tenure arrangements and provides flexibility to include diverse property types, addressing one of the key implementation barriers in fragmented landscapes. Incentives are distributed periodically based on verified ecological performance through the MRV system, fostering continuous engagement and accountability.

NFTree deploys a robust Digital MRV system that combines satellite imagery, drone-based observation, artificial intelligence (AI), and community-sourced data to measure carbon stocks, forest productivity, and biodiversity. The system processes spatial and biophysical data using tools like Google Earth Engine and machine learning models to detect forest changes at high resolution. Community-based monitoring complements technological inputs to validate and enrich ecological datasets. This multi-source approach ensures transparent reporting, boosts credibility with buyers and donors, and enhances local engagement in conservation efforts .

NFTree tokenizes plots of 10x10 meters within conservation areas, using blockchain technology to create unique digital assets that represent ecological value, including carbon and biodiversity indicators. These NFTs are embedded with monitoring data generated by the dMRV system and are linked to geo-referenced locations. Each NFT is assigned a traceable identifier and linked to the DAO governance model, which regulates the reinvestment of funds. The proceeds from the purchase of NFTrees are allocated through a fiduciary fund to support the management and restoration of priority areas defined by the DAO statutes.

NFTree promotes the formation of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) that operate as governance bodies co-designed with landowners and local actors. These DAOs are formalized through statutes that outline voting rights, membership, responsibilities, and procedures for fund allocation and monitoring. In places like Guayabillas, the DAO is adapted to local contexts and integrates with existing instruments such as community meetings. These governance structures enable transparency, local prioritization of conservation areas, and collective oversight of restoration and MRV efforts. NFTree incorporates digital tools to manage the DAO on-chain, while also maintaining analog mechanisms when needed due to technological constraints.

Phase 1 - Foundation  

To lay the foundation for integrating I&T solutions into traditional wetland management, conduct a study to identify and prioritize suitable devices to be installed in appropriate locations for wetland monitoring by:  

• Consulting wetland stakeholders  
• Consulting innovation and technology sector  
• Reviewing potential IoT applications that are particularly important to the management of MPNR  
• Identifying and integrating relevant IoT solutions for gei wai operation and wetland research into MPNR without compromising existing management of MPNR  

Phase 2 – Deployment  

To monitor the wetland habitats of MPNR, the IoT system will be implemented by:  

• Installing wireless sensors, LoRa gateway(s) and the supporting infrastructure in designated sites in MPNR  
• Connecting all the wireless sensor applications to the cloud server and IoT user interface   
• Setting thresholds for alert in the IoT system  

Phase 3 – Implementation and evaluation  

To demonstrate proof of concept of the capability of IoT system for wetland management with reference to actual contribution to Reserve management and potential use of data for ecological studies, the following will be done:  

• Collecting data and alerts from IoT system deployed in MPNR  
• Evaluating the performance and efficacy of the system in terms of   
• field performance of the system,   
• facilitation to management decision and   
• novelty of the data for new research opportunities  

Phase 4 – Dissemination   

To promote the application of IoT to wetland management, the research project and experience learnt will be shared throughout the project by:  

• Organizing webinars for conservation managers and wetland stakeholders  
• Installing outdoor interpretation panels in MPNR  
• Promoting through social media platform and media engagement  
• Producing promotional video  
• Publishing technical report of the project  
• Organizing launching ceremony of the "Smart Wetland" IoT pilot system  

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