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Briana Capra Becomes Chestnut Carbon’s First VP of Carbon Impact and Strategy

January 13, 2026

Chestnut Carbon is proud to announce Briana Capra as our first Vice President of Carbon Impact and Strategy—a pivotal new role that underscores our commitment to scaling carbon projects and driving measurable climate impact. Briana has been instrumental in shaping our products for years, and she has now officially stepped into a leadership position designed to bridge scientific rigor with strategic vision.

Leading with Impact

In her new role, Briana will:

Advance Chestnut’s carbon methodology framework to ensure every project meets the highest standards.
Deliver measurable environmental and social benefits for customers, partners, and all stakeholders.
Champion co-benefits such as cleaner air, healthier soils, biodiversity conservation, and thriving communities.

This role strengthens Chestnut’s position as an industry leader in integrity, innovation, and holistic climate solutions. We aim to keep ahead of evolving standards while fostering partnerships that amplify our impacts.

A Proven Track Record

Briana’s leadership journey spans years of success at Chestnut and Forest Carbon Works. She has:

Directed the design and strategic delivery of multiple Improved Forest Management and Afforestation projects across the U.S.
Ensured projects meet rigorous certifications, including Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Forest Management and Verified Impact protocols.

Achieved major milestones in 2025, including:

The Sustainable Restoration Project became the first U.S.-based project verified through FSC’s Verified Impact program for Biodiversity Conservation.
Received the FSC U.S. President’s Award, the organization’s highest honor for excellence in responsible forest management.

With Briana leading the charge, Chestnut will continue to demonstrate that nature-based carbon projects can deliver real, lasting benefits for buyers, communities, and ecosystems alike. Our commitment remains clear: restore lands to their natural state, strengthen ecosystem resilience, promote biodiversity, and create economic opportunities for local communities.

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