REDD+ readiness implications for Sri Lanka in terms of reducing deforestation.

摘要: Any system to compensate countries for reduced emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD+) requires a historical reference level against which future performance can be measured. Here we examine the possibilities Sri Lanka, small country with limited data on carbon stocks, has get ready REDD+. We construct using available inventory combined updated 2008 2009 in situ density Lankan forests. Furthermore, use combination of qualitative quantitative attribute clearing forests latest years national are available, 1992–1996, various proximate drivers estimate opportunity cost conservation. that baseline Lanka amounted 17 MtCO2 yr−1 1992–1996 period, but conclude it is challenging produce robust accurate due lack nationally based inventories. find majority (87%) small-scale, rainfed farming, two other major being rice tea cultivation. Further, revenues REDD+ participation could substantial, they sensitive policy transaction cost, highly uncertain timber revenues, particularly price paid emission reductions. The latter needs higher than $5–10/tCO2 if there substantial incentives participate There is, however, large gap knowledge filled formulate an effective response For successful implementation happen, technological assistance, readiness continued political momentum crucial.