Germany's 606 CDM and 58 JI Projects Boost Global Emissions Cuts
Germany has shown significant progress in emissions reduction through international cooperation. By June 2023, it has approved 606 Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) projects and 58 Joint Implementation (JI) projects, both within Germany and abroad. These projects, enabled by the Kyoto Protocol's flexible mechanisms, have contributed to global emissions cuts.
The CDM, which expired in 2020, allowed Annex I countries like Germany to invest in climate protection projects in developing countries, earning emissions credits. As of June 2023, 8,205 CDM projects and programs have been registered with the UNFCCC, resulting in reductions of 2.281 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents.
Germany's most active partners in CDM projects were China, India, and Brazil. Meanwhile, JI enables Annex I countries to count emissions reductions in another Annex I country towards their own targets. Germany has approved 25 JI projects within its borders and 33 abroad.
The Paris Agreement, in force since 2016, defines three approaches for an international carbon market under Article 6, aiming to limit global temperature increase. These approaches cater to the interests of all countries in international cooperation on the carbon market. Emissions trading among Annex I countries also plays a role in this cooperation.
Germany's involvement in CDM and JI projects has significantly contributed to global emissions reduction. With 606 CDM and 58 JI projects approved by June 2023, Germany demonstrates its commitment to international cooperation in tackling climate change. The DEHSt continues to oversee the administrative tasks and consultations for the further development of these mechanisms.
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