Unlocking Local Value: Rethinking Benefit Sharing in African Carbon Projects
CAP-A’s latest report explores the pivotal role that Benefit Sharing Mechanisms (BSMs) play in ensuring carbon projects in Africa are both effective and equitable. Through in-depth case studies from Zambia and Kenya, the report shows how integrating traditional knowledge, fostering community leadership, and establishing robust governance frameworks can significantly enhance the impact of these projects.
This report serves as a practical guide for policymakers, project developers, and investors committed to an African-centric approach to carbon markets. It emphasises the importance of transparent, accountable, and fair benefit-sharing practices that not only attract sustainable investment but also ensure that the benefits are equitably distributed across communities. By prioritising these principles, Africa can harness its carbon potential to drive sustainable development and take a leading role in global climate solutions.
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Title
Unlocking Local Value: Rethinking Benefit Sharing in African Carbon Projects
Author(s)
Climate Action Platform Africa (CAP-A)
Published
August 2024
Website
https://cap-a.org/harnessing-africas-carbon-potential-through-high-integrity-carbon-credits/
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