Collaborative REDD+IFM Sundarbans Project (CRISP) Project Concept Note

The project is expected to reduce emissions by an estimated 1.5 million tons over the crediting period, which includes the project size of 1.5 million hectares. The project is hosted by the Government of Bangladesh, with the Ministry of Environment and Forests as the lead implementing agency. The project aims to promote sustainable forest management and reduce deforestation and forest degradation in the Sundarbans region. The project's objectives include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving biodiversity, and improving the livelihoods of local communities. The project activities will focus on three main areas: sustainable forest management, community engagement, and carbon monitoring. The project will work with local communities to promote sustainable forest management practices, such as reforestation and agroforestry. The project will also establish a carbon monitoring system to track emissions reductions and verify the project's impact. The Sundarbans region is a critical ecosystem that provides habitat for a wide range of biodiversity, including mangrove forests, wetlands, and protected areas. The region is also home to a number of threatened and endangered species, including the Bengal tiger and the Irrawaddy dolphin. The project will work to conserve and restore these ecosystems, while also promoting sustainable livelihoods for local communities. The project will be implemented over a period of five years, with a budget of $10 million. The project will be implemented in collaboration with local communities, government agencies, and international partners. The project's success will be measured through a range of indicators, including emissions reductions, biodiversity conservation, and community engagement. The Sundarbans region is characterized by a tropical monsoon climate, with high temperatures and high levels of rainfall. The region is also prone to cyclones and storm surges, which can have a significant impact on the local ecosystem. The project will work to promote sustainable forest management practices that are resilient to climate change, while also improving the livelihoods of local communities. The project will also conduct a socio-economic assessment of the region, including an analysis of land use, land ownership and tenure, and community and poverty analysis. The project will work to identify the main drivers of deforestation and forest degradation in the region, and develop strategies to address these drivers. The project will establish a baseline for carbon stocks in the Sundarbans region, including an inventory of carbon density, forest carbon stock, and soil carbon stock. The project will also develop a monitoring and verification system to track emissions reductions and verify the project's impact.