The “Fundamentals on REDD+” and “Advancing on REDD+” e-courses are now available in Portuguese. Previously, these courses were available only in English, French, and Spanish. This expansion aims to empower Portuguese-speaking communities with essential knowledge of forest conservation and sustainable management. By offering the courses in an additional language, the initiative seeks to extend the reach of climate education and support more inclusive participation in REDD+ efforts.
The REDD+ initiative, which stands for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation, focuses on creating financial incentives for developing countries to reduce emissions from forested areas. By placing a value on the carbon stored in forests, countries are encouraged to protect these critical ecosystems while pursuing sustainable development. The more comprehensive REDD+ framework goes beyond just reducing deforestation; it also emphasizes the conservation and sustainable management of forests as well as the enhancement of forest carbon stocks, making it a crucial strategy for combating climate change.
These newly available courses are part of the REDD+ Academy, a capacity-building initiative led by the UN-REDD Programme and supported by UNITAR. The courses are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement REDD+ strategies effectively. By providing free access to these resources in Portuguese, UN CC:Learn continues to promote equitable access to climate education, empowering individuals and communities to contribute to global climate action and forest preservation.
Fundamentals on REDD+ covers the basics of REDD+, from the elements required under the UNFCCC to how to prepare and implement REDD+ at the national level, including financial resources available. It is structured into six modules, taking around 12 hours to complete.
The Advancing on REDD+ course builds on this foundational knowledge by delving deeper into advanced strategies for maximizing the benefits of REDD+, such as monitoring systems, safeguards under UNFCCC, and more. It’s also divided into six modules that take 12 hours on average to complete.