Scandinavian Working Papers in Economics
Working Papers in Economics,
University of Gothenburg, Department of Economics
No 373: Assessment of existing global financial initiatives and monitoring aspects of carbon sinks in forest ecosystems – The issue of REDD
Lisa Westholm, Sabine Henders, Madelene Ostwald and Eskil Mattsson
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Lisa Westholm: Department of Economics, School of Business, Economics and Law, Göteborg University, Postal: Box 640, SE 40530 GÖTEBORG
Sabine Henders: Centrum för klimatpolitisk forskning, CSPR, Postal: Linköpings Universitet
Madelene Ostwald: Centrum för klimatpolitisk forskning, CSPR, Postal: Linköpings Universitet
Eskil Mattsson: Institutionen för geovetenskaper, Göteborg University
Abstract: The objective of this report is to explore the topic of carbon sinks in forest ecosystems, focusing on the issue of REDD. The report covers different angles: i) an overview of existing financial and methodological initiatives that currently invest in preparation and capacity building of potential REDD host countries, but also in REDD pilot projects, ii) the preparedness of potential host countries (Bolivia, Cameroon, Costa Rica and Sri Lanka) to establish baselines and implement a REDD system that contributes to sustainable development, and iii) the funding structure and channels of a major investor country (Norway). The focus of our analysis lies on two REDD-related issues; baseline establishment and sustainable development.
Keywords: REDD; deforestation; climate change; baseline
JEL-codes: Q00
107 pages, August 19, 2009
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