Secret Trees
Transforming hemp cultivation into verified carbon credits while building Latvia's premier sustainable eco-tourism destination. Where environmental impact meets luxury hospitality.
Secret Trees
Transform Hemp into Carbon Credits
Latvia's first hemp carbon credit demonstration project combining regenerative agriculture, carbon-negative construction, and luxury eco-tourism.
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Location
Brocēni, Latvia – 14 hectares of prime construction land at Cieceres Lake
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Contact
info@secrettrees.io | +371 25285999
The Problem
$17M+ Hemp Industry Failures
Traditional Model = High Risk
The conventional approach is fundamentally broken: farmers invest heavily to grow hemp first, then desperately search for buyers in an unpredictable market. This speculative model has led to over $17 million in documented industry failures.
Buildings = 39% of Emissions
The construction sector is a major climate crisis driver due to high CO₂ emissions. While promising alternatives exist, they are not widely adopted, and the industry lacks scalable, carbon-negative solutions for long-term carbon storage.
No Hemp Carbon Credits Exist
The €50B+ EU carbon market launches in 2027 with mandatory corporate compliance. Despite hemp's exceptional carbon sequestration properties, zero hemp construction carbon credits are currently available – leaving a massive first-mover opportunity wide open.
The Solution
Demand-First Model = Zero Risk
We've flipped the traditional model entirely. By securing committed buyers before cultivation begins, we eliminate market risk and create a sustainable, repeatable business framework.
Buyer Commits FIRST
Corporation agrees to purchase carbon credits upfront – guaranteed revenue before any cultivation begins
Then Grow Hemp
With buyer secured, we cultivate hemp with zero market risk and complete financial certainty
Build Cottage
Hemp is processed into hempcrete and used to construct eco-cottages that store CO₂ for 100+ years
Deliver Credits
Buyer receives verified CCT tokens representing real, measurable carbon sequestration
Key Insight: Hemp cultivation begins AFTER buyer commitment is secured, eliminating the speculation that has bankrupted traditional hemp businesses.
Market Opportunity
€690B+ Global Carbon Market
EU ETS2 Launches 2027
The €50B+ European carbon market becomes mandatory for corporations. Companies must purchase offsets to comply with regulations or face substantial financial penalties.
Hemp Construction Boom
The €1.5B+ sustainable building materials market is exploding. Hempcrete is carbon-negative, removing CO₂ from the atmosphere and storing it for over a century in building materials.
First-Mover Advantage
We're pioneering an entirely new asset class. No hemp construction carbon credits currently exist, positioning us as first movers in a massive, regulation-guaranteed market.
Business Model
Dual Revenue Streams
Revenue Stream 1: Carbon Credits (5%)
- 14 tonnes of CO₂ sequestered per hectare
- €45-60 per tonne carbon credit pricing
- €630-840 in carbon credit revenue
Revenue Stream 2: Eco-Tourism (95%)
- €9,000-25,000 per cottage annually
- Self-funding business model after Year 2
- Exponential growth through cottage multiplication
Token Economics
14,000 CARBON utility tokens issued, with 9,800 tokens (70%) allocated to funders at €8.67 per token.
Token holders receive governance rights, 20% booking discounts, and staking opportunities.
The Property
Secret Trees Gardens – Brocēni, Latvia
14 Hectares Total
Exceptional property on Cieceres Lake with room for massive expansion
1 Hectare Phase 1
Conservative demonstration cultivation proving the complete model
13 Hectares Future
Expansion capacity for 25+ cottages without acquiring additional land
Why Start with 1 Hectare?
- Prove the model thoroughly with real data
- Set conservative, highly achievable targets
- Under-promise and over-deliver to investors
- Retain massive scaling capacity on owned land
Phase 1 Deliverables
- 1 hectare hemp cultivation with full monitoring
- 1 demonstration cottage showcasing hempcrete
- 14 tonnes of verified CO₂ sequestration
- Complete, replicable proof of concept
Traction & Progress
95% Investor-Ready
We've completed exhaustive preparation, building a foundation that would typically take startups 12-18 months. Every critical component is in place for immediate execution.
Documentation Complete
40+ investor documents totaling 500+ pages, 150+ scientific citations, MiCA compliance research, visual pitch materials, and email templates ready for deployment.
Platform Live
MVP operational at app.secrettrees.io with 70+ database migrations, complete React + Supabase tech stack, and functional blockchain verification system.
Property Secured
14 hectares owned in Brocēni, Latvia, with Zone 3 prepared for immediate renovation and strong local community support established.
20+ qualified investors identified and ready for outreach. Platform, documentation, and property infrastructure allow us to move from funding to execution in weeks, not months.
Financial Projections
Self-Funding After Year 2
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Phase 1 (Year 1-2)
€85K investment builds first cottage, generates 14 CCT tokens, and proves the complete model with real-world data.
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Year 2
€9-25K revenue from eco-tourism launches. First cottage rental income immediately funds construction of second cottage.
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Year 3-5
Exponential growth: 2-3 cottages → 5-7 cottages → 10-25 cottages generating €18-50K → €45-175K → €90-625K annually.
ROI for Funders: 95-160% Over 5 Years
Returns delivered through CARBON utility token benefits including governance rights, booking discounts, and staking rewards.
Important: This is a utility token structure, NOT profit-sharing. Full MiCA compliance ensures regulatory clarity.
Use of Funds – €85,000
Complete Proof of Concept
Every euro is allocated to creating a thoroughly documented, replicable model that proves technical feasibility, financial viability, and regulatory compliance.
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Zone 3 Land Prep – €28,000
Prepare 1 hectare for hemp cultivation including soil testing, irrigation infrastructure, and organic certification compliance
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Hemp Cultivation – €15,000
Premium seeds, cultivation equipment, labor costs, and harvest processing for optimal carbon sequestration
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Hempcrete Processing – €10,000
Processing equipment to transform harvested hemp into construction-grade hempcrete materials
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Cottage Construction – €12,000
Build demonstration cottage showcasing hempcrete's durability, insulation, and carbon storage properties
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IoT Monitoring – €1,195
Carbon tracking sensors providing real-time verification data for credit certification
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Platform Development – €10,000
MVP features including token management, booking system, and carbon credit tracking dashboard
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Legal & Compliance – €5,000
MiCA compliance, legal contracts, environmental permits, and regulatory documentation
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Marketing – €3,000
Professional documentation, video content, and investor communication materials
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Working Capital – €805
Financial buffer for unexpected costs and operational flexibility
Timeline - The Practical Roadmap
Realistic 14-Month Execution (Oct 2025 → Dec 2026)
Phase 1: Winter 2025-2026 (NOW - March 2026)
- Install MRV Sensors → IoT monitoring system setup (€1,195)
- Raise €85K → From 15-20 early funders
- Land Preparation → Zone 3 renovation begins (€28K)
- Equipment Purchase → Processing equipment ordered
Phase 2: Spring 2026 (April - May 2026)
- Buy Hemp Straws → Purchase from local farmer for building material
- Build Demo Cottage #1 → Using purchased straws (€12K)
- Prove Construction Works → Hempcrete cottage completed
- Plant YOUR Hemp → 1 hectare cultivation begins (€15K)
Phase 3: Summer 2026 (June - September 2026)
- Grow YOUR Hemp → 1 hectare with MRV sensors in field
- Monitor Growth → Real-time carbon sequestration tracking
- Collect Data → IoT sensors measure CO₂ absorption
- Cottage #1 Rentals → Eco-tourism revenue begins
Phase 4: Fall 2026 (October - December 2026)
- Harvest YOUR Hemp → From YOUR field
- Process Hempcrete → From YOUR hemp (€10K)
- Build Cottage #2 → Using YOUR hemp (FULL CIRCLE!)
- Verify 14 Tonnes CO₂ → Third-party verification complete
Phase 5: 2026+ (Scale & Distribute)
- Mint 14,000 CARBON Tokens → Distribute to funders (January 2026)
- Eco-Tourism Scales → 2 cottages generating €18-50K/year
- Self-Funding Begins → Revenue funds cottage #3
- Expand to 25+ Cottages → 13 hectares available for growth
Key Insight: Buy straws FIRST (prove construction works), grow hemp SECOND (prove full cycle), build with YOUR hemp THIRD (complete demonstration)!
Competitive Advantage
Why We'll Win
Demand-First Model
- Solves €17M+ hemp industry failures
- Buyer commits BEFORE hemp is grown
- Zero market risk for production
First-Mover Advantage
- No hemp construction carbon credits exist
- €50B+ EU market launching 2027
- Regulatory requirement (not optional)
Dual Revenue Streams
- Carbon credits (5%) + Eco-tourism (95%)
- Self-funding after Year 2
- Not dependent on carbon market alone
Skin in the Game
- Our own 14-hectare property
- Family commitment for 50 years
- Unparalleled credibility with investors
Proven Tech Stack MVP
- Platform Demo operational (app.secrettrees.io)
- 70+ database migrations implemented
- Functional blockchain verification system
Legal Compliance
EU MiCA Compliant Utility Token
Our CARBON token is meticulously designed to comply with the European Union's pioneering MiCA regulations, offering clarity and security for all participants.
Token Classification: Utility
CARBON is classified as a utility token, not a security. It provides governance rights, booking discounts for eco-tourism, and staking rewards without offering any profit sharing or equity.
MiCA Exemption & Access
Our initial €85K offering falls well below the €1M MiCA threshold, allowing for a small offering exemption. This ensures broad retail investor access with basic KYC requirements (name, email, wallet, country only).
Streamlined Payments
We embrace the crypto ecosystem, accepting payments in ETH, USDC, and USDT for maximum accessibility and efficiency.
Robust Legal Framework
A dedicated budget of €4,500-€8,000 is allocated for comprehensive MiCA compliance review, smart contract audits, and Ricardian Contract legal review, ensuring full regulatory adherence.
The Ask
Join Us as a Founding Funder
We are seeking €85,000 from 15-20 early supporters, with a minimum investment of €500 per funder, to complete our proof of concept and launch Secret Trees.
What You Get:
9,800 CARBON Utility Tokens: Represents 70% of the total token supply.
Governance Rights: Influence key platform decisions through voting.
20% Lifetime Platform Fee Discounts: Enjoy reduced fees on all eco-tourism bookings.
Meta-Staking Rewards: Earn additional CARBON tokens by staking your holdings.
Founding Member Status: Exclusive recognition and community benefits.
Behind-the-Scenes Access: Direct insights into project development and future plans and live web cams to site.
Token Allocation Overview
Timeline:
- Fundraising: October 2025 - January 2026
- Project Completion: December 2026
- Token Distribution: January 2027
Let's Build This Together
Contact Us
- Email: info@secrettrees.io
- Phone: +371 25285999
- Webpage: secrettrees.io
- Platform: app.secrettrees.io (Invite access only)
- Location: Brocēni, Latvia
Next Steps
- Review Materials: Complete investor package (40 documents)
- Schedule Call: Discuss your questions
- Visit Property: See the 14 hectares in person
- Commit: Join as founding funder
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