Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives
Master forest carbon projects: design, quantify, and access markets for effective carbon sequestration initiatives.
Master forest carbon projects: design, quantify, and access markets for effective carbon sequestration initiatives.
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 informative presentations covering 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. 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.
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What you'll learn
Apply broad scientific and policy principles to enhance project-scale analysis in forest carbon projects.
Demonstrate the ability to outline the process and key components of designing a forest carbon project
Analyze how activities create carbon credits or other carbon benefits in forest carbon projects
Utilize methods to calculate benefits by creating project baselines and measuring additionality
Utilize guidance effectively for forest carbon project development
Describe the role of monitoring, reporting, and verification in forest carbon projects
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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.
Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives
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Global Climate Policy Expert and Forest Carbon Program Director at MSU
Daniel Ortega-Pacheco is a globally recognized expert in climate policy and sustainable finance who currently serves as the Director of the Forest Carbon and Climate Program (FCCP) at Michigan State University, appointed in February 2024. With over 20 years of international experience, he brings extensive expertise in carbon markets, climate governance, and sustainable development. His impressive background includes serving as Ecuador's Minister of Environment, Lead Climate Negotiator, and Vice-Minister of Political Affairs, where he was instrumental in developing the country's net zero and biodiversity strategies. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management from The Ohio State University and degrees from Michigan State University and EARTH University. At MSU, he leads the "Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives" course, which provides comprehensive training in forest carbon project development, quantification, and market access. His current role as Co-Chair of the Expert Panel in the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) demonstrates his continued influence in establishing global standards for high-integrity carbon credits
Leading Expert in Forest Carbon and Climate Solutions
Daphna Gadoth serves as the Senior Research Assistant with the Forest Carbon and Climate Program (FCCP) at Michigan State University, bringing a strong academic foundation with both a BS in Forestry (including an Entomology minor) and an MS in Forestry from MSU. Her expertise spans multiple areas including silviculture, ecology, urban forestry, pathology, forest-climate interactions, and adaptive management. She specializes in developing educational content and programming, focusing on making forest science more accessible through effective communication. Beyond her professional work, she maintains a deep personal connection to Michigan's natural environment, particularly its forested sand dunes, and enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, tubing, and disc golf
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