1st GOFC-GOLD Workshop on Monitoring tropical deforestation

This first GOFC-GOLD workshop brought together a neutral international advisory group of more than 30 key experts in the field of tropical deforestation, earth observation, and UNFCCC implementation. Recognizing the UNFCCC decisions, the workshop participants developed a consensus and concerted response on the technical feasibility of space-based monitoring of deforestation and reduced carbon emissions in a transparent, timely and cost-effective manner. The participants agreed that changes in forest area can be monitored from space with confidence. A related technical protocol was developed as result of the workshop and submitted for consideration to the UNFCCC.

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