This methodology, which sets out the project conditions and carbon accounting procedures for activities aimed at reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in peat swamp forests and avoiding planned peatland drainage is currently undergoing second validation assessment under the Verified Carbon Standard.
This methodology quantifies the GHG emission reductions and removals generated in mosaic and landscape scale REDD+ projects by allowing such project activities to be combined with improved forest management, afforestation, reforestation and re-vegetation activities, as well as clean cookstoves initiatives. This allows for a more holistic landscape approach to REDD+ activities that integrates efforts to protect forests with programs to improve the livelihoods of rural communities. This methodology received Verified Carbon Standard approval in October 2013.
