Enviro News Asia, Georgetown— Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), in collaboration with the Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC), has strengthened national capacity for forest monitoring and climate reporting through a multi-stakeholder training initiative.
More than 70 technical, policy, and regulatory stakeholders participated in the hybrid workshop, supported by the UK Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) programme. The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance Guyana’s Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRVS) system.
Commissioner of Forests Edward Goberdhan expressed appreciation for international support, highlighting the importance of collaboration in expanding the MRVS framework.
The upgraded system now extends beyond its previous focus on REDD+ to include land use, land-use change, and forestry (LULUCF). This expansion is expected to improve the transparency and accuracy of emissions reporting while strengthening Guyana’s access to global climate finance.
Representing the British High Commission in Guyana, Alain Archibald emphasized that building technical skills and strengthening systems are essential for evidence-based policymaking and sustainable development.
The training sessions, delivered by Indufor and Durham University, introduced advanced digital tools and methodologies aligned with standards set by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change under the Paris Agreement.
In addition, the program incorporated discussions on Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), ensuring that forest monitoring systems are inclusive and accessible to all stakeholders.
GGGI Guyana Program Manager Hansrajie Sukhdeo noted that strengthening institutional capacity is key to building a more transparent and accountable forest governance system.
The initiative underscores Guyana’s commitment to enhancing climate reporting frameworks while supporting sustainable forest management and long-term development goals. (*)
