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About the Course

"Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives" is a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex world of forest carbon projects. Through four informative presentations covering topics such as project design, quantification, and market access, participants will gain a deep understanding of forest carbon initiatives. By the end of the course, learners will be able to apply broad science and policy concepts to project-scale thinking, design high-integrity forest carbon projects with feasibility and financial considerations in mind, quantify carbon benefits, and effectively monitor and report project outcomes. With relevant science-based inputs, this course offers invaluable insights into the intricacies of forest carbon initiatives, empowering participants to make robust, quantifiable contributions to carbon sequestration efforts attractive for investment. Learning outcomes: 1. Apply broad scientific and policy principles to enhance project-scale analysis in forest carbon projects. 2. Demonstrate the ability to outline the process and key components of designing a forest carbon project 3. Analyze how activities create carbon credits or other carbon benefits in forest carbon projects 4. Utilize methods to calculate benefits by creating project baselines and measuring additionality 5. Utilize guidance effectively for forest carbon project development 6. Describe the role of monitoring, reporting, and verification in forest carbon projects...

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By Jacques D

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Nov 2, 2024

Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives" course provides a comprehensive overview of forest carbon credits. It covers essential concepts like MRV, leakage, and opportunity cost. The course explains verification processes and market access. It's informative and relevant for those seeking to understand forests' role in climate change mitigation.

By Richard T

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Aug 1, 2024

Very Good Overview of the key concepts and associated initiatives.

By Choon K C

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Dec 21, 2024

Good overview of carbon credits in forestry.

By Kafando L

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Sep 8, 2024

Great course, Thank You

By Celia O

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Feb 4, 2025

The course is very good, but some information is external, and it just says 'if you're interested, look for more,' without providing direct links or more precise details. For example, it would be helpful to include official links to registries like Verra, Gold Standard, and Markit

By Ririko T

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Jul 1, 2024

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