Emissions

The release of greenhouse gases and/or their precursors into the atmosphere at a specific area and over a specified period.

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Carbon stocks

They include carbon stored in vegetation (above and below ground), decaying matter in the soil, and wood products.

REDD+

It means REDD, with the inclusion of the role of conservation, sustainable forest management, and increasing forest carbon stocks in developing countries. It is the concept currently applied under the Climate...

First commitment period

Refers to the 2008-2012 period under the Kyoto Protocol.