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A Practical Guide for Including Agricultural Methane Emission Reduction Targets in Nationally Determined Contributions

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This guide supports countries in integrating agricultural methane reduction targets into their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Methane abatement is critical for climate goals, offering rapid benefits due to its short atmospheric lifetime and providing co-benefits such as improved air quality and agricultural resilience.

The guide outlines key steps, including evaluating current emissions, identifying practical mitigation measures for livestock and rice production, and setting methane-specific targets. When assessing actions, countries should consider feasibility, cost-effectiveness, environmental trade-offs, and policy alignment. Effective methane targets must be practical, data-driven, globally aligned, and measurable.

Success depends on sector understanding, stakeholder engagement, and financial support, with methane abatement offering high climate impact per dollar invested. Transparency and clear methodologies are essential for accountability and implementation. By following these steps, countries can identify impactful strategies, raise ambition, and attract funding, fostering climate resilience in agriculture.

 

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