Section 3.10

    Monitoring Requirements

    The table below outlines the monitoring requirements for each parameter, detailing the methods and frequency of data collection. Monitoring will primarily occur annually to align with the yearly evaluation of carbon credits, ensuring accurate tracking of carbon sequestration, emissions, and potential leakage. In the event that annual monitoring cannot be completed—such as due to satellite imagery vendor failures, data discrepancies, equipment malfunctions, or funding delays—contingency measures will be put in place. These measures may include utilizing alternative satellite vendors, switching to different satellite data sources, or relying on historical satellite data for continuity.

    ParameterHow to MonitorFrequency
    Planted AreaSatellite imagery and landcover classification model.Annually
    AGB Sequestration RateMonitor default rates provided by IPCC (IPCC 2013 Wetlands Supplement Table 4.11), verification through regional studies in peer-reviewed literature.Annually
    BGB to AGB ratioApply default values from the IPCC 2013 Wetlands Supplement (Table 4.5), for consistency, and use site-specific measurements or species-based ratios (Tier 2 or 3) for greater accuracy when available.Annually
    SOC Sequestration RateDefault values from the IPCC 2013 Wetlands Supplement (Table 4.12) are used when site-specific data is unavailable. Project-specific or species-specific data from peer-reviewed sources will be used for more accurate and localized estimates if available.Annually
    Project EmissionsDefault assumption of zero emissions for low-impact activities (Tier 1); monitor and estimate emissions (fuel use, transport logs etc.) for higher-impact activities using IPCC guidelines for Tier 2/3.Annually
    LeakageAnalyze nearby areas using satellite imagery and computer vision models; conduct field surveys to detect land-use changes.Annually
    Table: Monitoring Requirements
    Overview of Parameters and SourcesReferences