Our goal is to create a circular and local economy around the production of our wood. In order to promote and create local employment, we seek to collaborate as much as possible with regional stakeholders which are close to our plots.

Both scenarios are possible. This information will be detailed on the certificate that you will receive following your purchase. The certificate will indicate "Planting timeframe: Date" in the case of an unplanted Paulownia and "Planted on: Date" for those already in the ground. At Treesition, we respect the seasonality of our trees, which explains the delay that may exist between the time of sale of the contract and the planting of the tree(s).

Most of our income comes from the sale of trees, because each tree only requires an investment of €50 for its entire growing cycle. After the trees are harvested, part of the profits are shared between our investors, our partner farmers, and the rest of the profits go back to Treesition to support our mission.

Becoming a tree owner means investing in its planting and in the planting of future trees through Treesition's activities. The organic systems created by planting trees, which you help to establish through your purchase, are beneficial for the environment: trees improve the water cycle. When it rains, water is held in the soil by the roots, which also limits run-off. And when it's dry, the roots release this water to moisten the soil. What's more, the wide canopy of the trees reduces the impact of the sun on the soil, thus lowering its temperature (which limits evaporation of water and conserves it as much as possible). Owning trees is good for the environment because trees absorb CO₂ as they grow. Furthermore, the Paulownia tree can absorb up to 55 kg of CO₂ per year. This is up to 10 times the absorption of some other tree species. The latest IPCC report indicates that droughts, floods and heatwaves are already exceeding the tolerance threshold of plants and animals and exposing millions of people to a lack of water and food. Helping to improve the water cycle therefore has a tangible impact on climate change.

As we plant on farmers' land, the prospect of a second cycle depends on the status of our partnership with them. If the partnership is maintained, it will be possible to acquire the future tree for a new cycle. The acquisition price and return on investment may differ from those of the first cycle.

We have submitted an Information Note to the Financial Services and Markets Authority, thereby placing our business under the supervision of the said authority.

Atypical investments, also called "alternative" or "pleasure" investments, are investments that offer the possibility of a financial return, but which do not depend on financial instruments (stocks, bonds, etc.). They generally concern investments in diamonds, renewable energies, exotic forests and woods, precious metals, rare earths, stamps, works of art, manuscripts, or wine... This is also the case for the ecological investments that we offer at Treesition.

To limit the risk of losing your investment, it is pooled at plot level. This means, for the ‘SereniTree’ option, that if fewer trees reach maturity than there are purchasers, the value the sale of the wood will be distributed to the investors in proportion to the number of plants that have reached ‘Maturity’ divided by the number of ‘Purchasers’ (all options combined) on the plot. For the option ‘LiberTree’, the sale of wood is distributed to investors as follows: 40%*(Total income of the plot/Number of plants in the plot). For example: 1000 plants are planted on plot A and 1000 Purchasers have bought the plants. At the time of cutting, 900 trees on plot A have reached ‘Maturity’. Of which 800 purchasers have subscribed to the "SereniTree" option on plot A: The ‘SereniTree’ Purchasers on plot A will each receive: [Number of ‘Mature’ trees on plot A / Number of Purchasers on plot A] x Pre-established buyback price (in gross euro per unit) = (900/1000) x 65 = 90 % x 65 = 58.5 (gross euro per unit) Of which 200 purchasers have subscribed to the ‘LiberTree ’ option on plot A: The total income from selling the 900 trees that have reached ‘Maturity’ is 600,000 euros. The ‘LiberTree’ Purchasers on plot A will each receive: [Total income from the sale on plot A (in euros) / Number of initial plants on plot A] x 40 % = 1.000.000 / 1000 = 1.000 x 40 % = 400 (gross euros per unit) The gross gain will thus be equivalent to 40% of the income from the average sale price of timber from plot A

The capital gain from your investment with Treesition is included in your income tax return. This tax is progressive, its rate is between 0.24 and 3.39 ‰ (per thousand). The basic tax is determined by the current legislation. The amount determined is then increased by applying the cantonal and municipal annual coefficients. N.B. Cantonal and municipal taxes cannot exceed 10 ‰ (per thousand) of the taxable wealth. Each situation may have its own specificities, and the information shared in this section does not replace the advice of a tax lawyer who may know your specific situation.

The Spanish tax authorities consider the capital gain from the sale of the wood as income. This must be reported on your income tax return (in direct assessment or in objective assessment). The capital gain is therefore subject to a progressive tax rate of up to 47 % depending on your income from work or professional activity. However, the capital gain from the sale of the wood can, under certain conditions, be considered as a return from a forestry activity. A correction index is therefore applied to your tax base. This index depends on the age of the tree at the time that it is cut down. In our case, for a maturity of less than 30 years, it will be 26 %. Each situation may have its own specificities, and the information shared in this section does not replace the advice of a tax lawyer who may know your specific situation.

The French tax authorities consider our trees as movable property. When individuals sell movable property, if the sale price is less than or equal to €5,000 (CGI, Art. 150 UA, II-2°), the capital gain on the latter is tax-exempt. In the case of a sale of more than €5,000, the capital gain is subject to income tax. The capital gain is taxed at the proportional rate of 19 % (CGI, Art. 200B), to which social security contributions (BOI-RPPM-PSOC) must be added at a rate of 17.2 %. Please note that a 5 % annual tax allowance is granted from the second year of ownership of a movable property. Each situation may have its own specificities, and the information shared in this section does not replace the advice of a tax lawyer who may know your specific situation.

In Belgium, there are as of yet no specific regulations for atypical financial products. The general rules of the tax code must be followed. If the private investor uses their own assets to acquire their trees, the capital gain will not be taxable due to the rule of "Gestion en bon père de famille de son patrimoine privé". However, if the administration is able to prove that the purchase intention is speculative, for example if the investor uses credit to buy trees in large quantities, the capital gain could be taxed as miscellaneous income. In conclusion, the risk of paying capital gains tax is low given that, to obtain a return on investment, one must be patient while the tree produces its wood. As the investor is completely passive in this process, there is little chance that the situation will be considered as an extension of income of a professional nature. Each situation may have its own specificities, and the information shared in this section does not replace the advice of a tax lawyer who may know your specific situation.

Absolutely. The different parts of the Paulownia tree (roots, trunk and canopy) create a refuge which can be useful for many species. For example, pollinators such as bees are fond of the tree's honey-bearing flowers. Moreover, by preventing erosion, soil leaching, and by generating the creation of microclimates, Paulownia offers many other benefits for biodiversity. Finally, we use Paulownia hybrids that are not invasive and do not compete with existing species.

Our team chose Paulownia tree for the following reasons: Thanks to its deep root system, Paulownia can cohabit without competing with intercropping. In addition, it stabilizes the soil. With maturity reached on average in 7 years, this Asian tree has an extraordinary growth rate. This allows our model to be profitable. As such, we are able to remunerate our partner farmers as well as offer an attractive product for eco-investors. In addition to the benefits of Paulownia in agroforestry, its impressive capacity to absorb C02 gives it a positive environmental impact. Given the problems currently faced by the forestry market, the Paulownia's semi-precious wood and its rapid growth-rate make it an ideal option to address the challenges of this sector.

Paulownia is made up of 99 % captured and converted CO₂. Pruning the tree improves its growth and, as a result, promotes a better absorption of carbon dioxide. In addition, thanks to pruning, the tree grows straighter, which increases its resale value.

The risk of using bedrock closer to the surface is that it limits the development of the tree. The optimal depth of soil for the proper development of the tree is only 2 meters, as the roots below this depth are narrower and more flexible. Before any planting, Treesition's teams of agronomists conduct soil studies to ensure the proper development of the tree and its root system.

Our paulownia plants come from European suppliers who have developed species that adapt to our European climates.

Not all paulownia hybrids flower. If the tree does flower, the seeds produced are sterile, which guarantees the preservation of existing ecosystems.

The wood market in France and Western Europe imports 45% of its timber from abroad. We'd like to supplement the market with Paulownia wood, which meets a number of requirements for construction timber, furniture and wood energy. Wood is widely used in construction, particularly in timber-framed houses, framing, flooring, furniture and many other applications. The construction sector accounts for a major part of wood demand in Europe. Wood is also used in the furniture industry, in the production of wooden packaging, in the manufacture of paper and cardboard, and in the production of bioenergy from biomass. Paulownia wood meets all these characteristics (lumber, semi-precious wood, firewood). To give an approximation, the TAM (Total Addressable Market) for wood in France is in the range of 10 to 20 billion euros per year. This estimate takes into account demand in the various industries and expenditure linked to the use of wood in construction, furniture manufacture, paper production and so on. Finally, a price study was carried out on 22 distributors and 531 Paulownia wood references, showing a Paulownia selling price of €2759/m3.

The Paulownias we plant are developed for an ideal 10-year growth cycle in our European climates. However, after an average cycle of 7 to 10 years, the tree's growth slows down. At this point, the trunk will already have a diameter that can be used by the forest industry. Do note that to simplify our communication, we reference a 10-year cycle.

Yes, these two names refer to the same tree.

Once your trees have been harvested, they are transformed and sold locally to partners that we select according to eco-responsible criteria. Treesition's ambition is to have full control over the entire process and to promote a local distribution network with an obligation to transform the wood in Europe. As for replanting after cutting, the tree will grow back on its own up to 7 times. Note also that we never practice clear cutting, but always proceed by rotation (1 third of the plot per year).

The answer is partially: not all species of trees are capable of meeting the demands of future climatic conditions. And this is the cause of the disappearance of 20% of our forests in the current climate.

Our Paulownias are made up of 50% carbon (C), which means that half of their mass comes from carbon capture. At the time of cutting (10 years maximum), the tree has a volume of 1 m³ which is equivalent to 300 kg of dry wood. The amount of CO₂ absorbed by the tree during its growth cycle is calculated using the following formula: 3.67*(Mass of the tree/2) The factor '3.67' is obtained as follows: the mass of a CO₂ atom is composed of 27% carbon (C) and 72% oxygen (O₂). 27% of the mass is represented by carbon (C), i.e. 150 kg (half of 300 kg) 72 % of the mass is represented by oxygen (O₂), i.e. 400 kg (72 times 150 divided by 27) This gives a total mass of 550 kg (including the root system). The factor is calculated by dividing the total mass of CO₂ by the fraction of carbon (C): 550/150 = 3.67 Applying the formula to our trees, we get the following value: = 3,67*(300/2) = 3,67*150 = 550 kg of CO₂ captured over 10 years Which equates to 55 kg of CO₂ absorbed per year.

Despite the reduced agricultural area due to the planting of our trees, a well-designed agroforestry system does not lead to a loss of yield. Quite the opposite, the synergy between the trees and the crops leads to an optimization of the resources which are beneficial to cultural output. The deep root structure of Paulownia reaches the rhizosphere thus inducing an enrichment of the soil through the nutrients which are brought to the surface. This is beneficial to surrounding crops. In addition, during the senescence phase, the leaves accentuate these effects through the output of organic matter.

Yes, open doors will be organized once a year.

The wild species of Paulownia - Tomentosa, Elongata and Fortunei - can be considered invasive. At Treesition, we have chosen to use a hybrid essence that maintains the advantages of Paulownia all while eliminating its disadvantages. Our selected hybrids do not propagate in the wild. In addition, hundreds of studies show that, in the context of intercropping, hybrid Paulownias allow for improved soil enrichment. Their deep root system allows for nutrients to flow up to the surface crops. This mechanism is further reinforced during the senescence process thanks to the organic contributions of the leaves that are shed.

Resiliency is a system's capacity to adapt to threats and risks that jeopardize its ability to function, develop or remain sustainable. This concept applies to various types of systems such as a family, the economy or the climate.

Some countries, such as Spain, consider it to be an endemic species, while other countries, such as France, are studying it as a candidate to become an endemic species. Paulownia wood's resistance and other qualities have the potential to help combat the environmental and economic issues of our future.

More than 1000 scientific publications exist on this Chinese tree and they all points to its benefits in agroforestry. A Danish study published in the article An investigation into the suitability of Paulownia as an agroforestry species for UK and NW European farming systems (J.Jensen 2016) presents promising results regarding the use of hybrid Paulownias. Many other studies on the subject are currently being carried out all over Europe.

The complex structuring of the soil enabled by the roots of Paulownia has a visible impact on biodiversity. Our trees improve the water retention of the soil which in turn provides the elements which are essential for the development of the ecosystem (insects, plants, etc.) and also reduces water stress and agricultural runoff. In addition, thanks to its canopy and flowers, the Paulownia attracts many insects and animals to the plots (for shade, foraging, etc.) which, through their activity, improve the biotopes.

Simply because trees have a virtuous effect. Examples include: Air purification and absorption of CO₂ The preservation and restoration of ecosystems and biodiversity The benefits to agriculture (water filtration, soil stabilization, etc.) The production of sustainable building materials and job creation

At Treesition, we use a sustainable approach to Paulownia agroforestry management. One of the special features of this species is that, once cut, it is capable of regrowing up to 6 times from its own trunk, thus ensuring the continuity of the carbon capture process. What's more, we take great care to use Paulownia wood responsibly: - Most of the wood is used for long-life products such as construction and furniture, enabling carbon to be stored for many years. - What's more, we use the waste from processing as wood fuel. Although this use may release CO₂, it is essential to note that the Paulownia's growth cycle is exceptionally short. This means that the CO₂ emitted during combustion is quickly reabsorbed by new Paulownia shoots, maintaining an environmental balance in this way. - Finally, it's worth pointing out that growing trees on agricultural land reduces pressure on forests by offering distributors alternative sources of wood supply.ement. By investing in our projects, you are contributing to the fight against global warming while participating in an eco-responsible and sustainable approach. Your commitment enables us to continue planting new trees and fostering a more environmentally-friendly future.

Part of the income from the sale of wood is redistributed to our partners, on a quarterly, biannual or annual basis. At the end of the cycle, our partners and landowners will receive a percentage of the sale of the wood.

Our goal is to create a circular and local economy around the production of our wood. In order to promote and create local employment, we seek to collaborate as much as possible with regional stakeholders which are close to our plots.

Our team chose the Paulownia tree for the following reasons: Thanks to its deep root system, the Paulownia can cohabit without competing with intercropping. In addition, it stabilizes the soil. With maturity reached on average in 10 years, this tree has an extraordinary growth rate. This allows our model to be profitable. As such, we are able to remunerate our partner farmers as well as offer an attractive product for eco-investors. In addition to the benefits of Paulownia in agroforestry, its impressive capacity to absorb CO₂ gives it a positive environmental impact. Given the problems currently faced by the forestry market, the Paulownia's semi-precious wood and its rapid growth-rate make it an ideal option to address the challenges of this sector.

Our varieties of Paulownia tolerate clay soil content at a maximum of 35 %. N.B: Soil which contains little clay does not retain enough water and requires more watering. This problem is overcome over time thanks to the trees' root system which structures the soil.

Paulownia leaves' nutritional values is comparable to those of alfalfa's, which means they can be used as animal feed. In addition, the flowers are edible and can therefore be eaten by livestock.

We favor a drip-type surface irrigation system. This allows us to recover and reuse the material once the Paulownias no longer need them. Do note: In the case of sufficient rainfall, watering is not needed.

We take samples of your soil at 3 different depths: 30, 80 and 180 centimeters.

Yes, however the current CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) subsidies would no longer apply.

A trusted third party may be designated as legatee. If we are unable to contact you, then your winnings will be paid out to the person indicated.

Yes, just as you can go shopping in France or Germany, you can buy our trees.

We will provide you with a certificate of ownership of the tree. This certificate of ownership is a legal document establishing the transfer of ownership of a property. In addition, our IT department has developed a register in which all transactions are recorded. This register is stored on external servers. Each year, we must prove to the administration that these registers are properly maintained. At any time, we must be capable of identifying the amount of money corresponding to the subscriptions of each investor and the inherent rights. Suffice to say that your ownership titles are well taken care of.

Treesition is a registered trademark at the EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office). The legal name of our company is ADAE SA for the head office in Belgium and ADAE France SASU for the French subsidiary. The Belgian company was registered in the Belgian Monitor on 10 JANUARY 2022 with the number: 0779871486, the French subsidiary has been registered with the French Chamber of Commerce since 28 MARCH 2022 under the SIREN number: 911 738 771, while the Swiss subsidiary has been registered with the Registre du Commerce Vaud since 19 April 2023 under company number CHE-397.611.350.

Once you purchase your trees, you will incur no additional costs. Treesition and its partners take care of the expertise and maintenance of the plants and plots (fungicide treatment, pruning, etc.), but also the taxes inherent to the crops (property tax, cadastral fees, etc.).

Our trees grow on a cycle of 10 years maximum, we have estimated your gross gains from this time. Paulownia - LiberTree: At the end of the cycle, you will get back 40% of the selling price of the wood from your tree. By subscribing to the LiberTree option, the investor is exposed to the following Advantages & Risk. Potential gross income: €827* gross before tax, giving an annual growth rate of 12%. *Based on an average resale price of €817 calculated according to 3 scenarios (Worst, Average & Best-case) detailed on the Our Atypical Financial Assets page. Paulownia - SereniTree: Potential gross income: Up to €65** gross before tax, giving an annual growth rate of 3%. By subscribing to the SereniTree option, the investor is exposed to the following Advantages & Risk. **Assuming that the number of mature trees exceeds the number of trees sold. Paulownia - LiberTree & SereniTree: At the end of the cycle, you will get back: 40% of the selling price of the wood from your tree under LiberTree option. Up to €65 gross before tax, for the SereniTree one. By subscribing to the LiberTree & SereniTree option, the investor is exposed to the following Advantages & Risk. Potential gross income: €392 (€327* + €65**), giving an annual growth rate of 15%. *Based on an average resale price of €817 calculated according to 3 scenarios (Worst, Average & Best-case) detailed on the Our Atypical Financial Assets page. **Assuming that the number of mature trees exceeds the number of trees sold. Investing involves the risk of total or partial loss of the capital invested, please consult our Information Note before making any investment.

When you confirm your purchase, there are two possible cases : - your tree has already been planted, and you will receive a certificate of ownership for your tree by e-mail. This will contain the following information: planting date, felling horizon, planting location and unique tree number. - If your tree has not yet been planted, this information will be detailed on the tree certificate you receive after your purchase. The certificate will state "Planting date: Date" for unplanted Paulownia and "Planted on: Date" for those already in the ground. At Treesition, we respect the seasonal planting of our trees, which explains the delay that may exist between the sale of contracts and planting.

Our objective is to create a circular and local economy around the production of wood. For this, we seek to collaborate as much as possible with regional industries close to the plots in order to develop and create jobs locally.

Most of our income comes from the sale of trees, because each tree only requires an investment of €50 for its entire growing cycle. After the trees are harvested, part of the profits are shared between our investors, our partner farmers, and the rest of the profits go back to Treesition to support our mission.

1 Go to our eShop online. 2 Choose your trees from our assortment. 3 Click on 'View my basket' then 'Payment' then fill in your billing information. 4 During the 'Payment' step, select: 'Use a gift card', then enter the code and click on 'Apply' Your gift card is taken into account and you can validate the payment (0€ if amount less than or equal to the gift card, the difference if applicable).