Promoting Sustainable Development in Article 6 pilot activities

COP 26 finally brought agreement and adoption of the Article 6 rulebook. Regarding provisions to promote sustainable development (SD), the Glasgow decisions include: n for Article 6.2 information on SD in the Initial Report and in subsequent BTRs. Activity developers are required to report how each cooperative approach is consistent with and contributes to the SD objectives of the host Party, avoids negative impacts and respects human rights and other rights. n for Article 6.4 the same information as in Article 6.2 shall be reported, supported by operational means provided by the Supervisory Body. Information about SD shall be made publicly available. Activity design requirements specify stakeholder consultations and public participation and a grievance mechanism to appeal SB decisions is established. n For Article 6.8, the importance of a holistic approach is recognized to enable cooperation for NDC implementation in the context of SD. A focus area for the work programme on non-market approaches is mitigation measures to address climate change and contribute to SD.