Avoided Planned Deforestation (APD) refers to initiatives and projects designed to halt the clearance of forests that have legal permits for deforestation. The primary objective is to mitigate carbon emissions by preserving forest cover that would otherwise be lost. APD projects typically involve identifying areas slated for deforestation and implementing strategies to prevent it. This may include securing legal protections, offering alternative livelihoods to local communities, or enhancing land management practices. By preventing deforestation, APD not only helps in carbon sequestration but also safeguards biodiversity, water cycles, and other crucial ecosystem services provided by forests. Moreover, APD projects often yield carbon credits, which can be traded in carbon markets, representing the emissions avoided by maintaining forest integrity.
Avoided Planned Deforestation (APD)
