Laos leverages satellite remote sensing for carbon credit feasibility


VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN): Laos is taking a significant step towards sustainable development by employing satellite remote sensing technology to calculate carbon stocks in nine forest areas covering 170,556 hectares.

This initiative, held in Vientiane on January 8, was led by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, and marks a milestone in the country’s bid to establish a carbon credit system, with project certification anticipated by Q3 2025.

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