Regional Workshop on Article 6 Implementation (Eastern Europe and Africa)
26/03/2026
18:00
JST (UTC+09:00)
A6IP Center
Format
Virtual
Coverage
Global
Theme(s)
Article 6.2 Implementation (authorisation, tracking and reporting)
Topic: Advancing JCM initial report preparation under Article 6
Objectives: The workshop aims to:
- Enhance understanding of how the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) is implemented as a cooperative approach under Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement, including authorization and reporting requirements.
- Support Partner Countries in preparing their Article 6 initial reports, particularly in relation to JCM cooperation with Japan.
- Facilitate peer learning and exchange among Partner Countries on progress, challenges, and practical approaches to preparing initial reports.
- Share lessons learned from the Article 6 Technical Expert Review (A6TER) of submitted JCM initial reports to help countries anticipate review expectations and improve reporting over time.
Agenda
18:00-18:10
Opening Remarks
- Welcome and introduction to the workshop: objectives and expected outcomes
- Brief introduction of the JCM
Speaker: Kazuhisa Koakutsu, Director of A6IP Center
18:10-18:20
Refresher: Implementation of JCM in the context of Article 6
- Incorporating authorization into the implementation of JCM
- Reporting of JCM as a cooperative approach
Speaker: Hayato Nakamura, Senior Program Manager, A6IP Center
18:20-18:35
Country sharing: Status of initial report preparation and challenges
Guiding questions
- What is the current status of your country’s preparation of the initial report?
- What are the key challenges that your country faces?
Initial interventions from
Partner Countries: Ethiopia,Georgia, Moldova, Senegal, Ukraine
Moderated by Diana Khan,Ph.D., Senior Program Manager, A6IP Center
18:35-18:45
Lessons learnt from the Article 6 Technical Expert Review (A6TER)
- Common issues and areas of improvement identified by the A6TER
- Reflections on future reporting
Speaker: Supanut Chotevitayatarakorn, Senior Program Manager, A6IP Center
18:45-18:55
Open Discussion and Exchange
Guiding questions
- What are the most critical steps countries should prioritize to finalize their initial reports aligning with Article 6 guidance
- What lessons or practical considerations can be drawn to address common challenges faced by Partner Countries
Moderated by the A6IP/MC
18:55-19:00
Closing Remarks
- Japan’s perspectives
- Future plan for supporting Partner Countries
Speaker: tbc