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BioCF–ISFL RBP Socialization in East Tanjung Jabung Strengthens Regional Readiness
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Friday, 12 December 2025 Post 12:12 AM
The Jambi Provincial Government, through the BioCarbon Fund – Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes (BioCF–ISFL) Program, conducted a socialization of the Result-Based Payment (RBP) Phase in East Tanjung Jabung Regency. The event took place on December 12, 2025, at the Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency Bappeda Office.
The purpose of this official visit was to convey the latest developments in the BioCF–ISFL Program, specifically regarding the RBP stages, the status of the Emission Reduction Payment Agreement (ERPA), and emission reduction targets. Furthermore, the event focused on conveying the regional government's readiness to prepare RBP proposals in accordance with the Benefit Sharing Plan (BSP) Document, while also identifying various challenges faced at the regional level.
The event provided a presentation on the BioCF–ISFL stages, emission calculations, baseline determination, land use change activities, and the role of Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV/MAR) in verifying emission reductions. The benefit-sharing mechanism is also explained in detail, including allocations for the government, villages, social forestry, the private sector, NGOs, and universities, as well as the mandatory allocation of at least 10 percent for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI).
The Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency Environmental Agency stated that it understands its duties and role in screening RBP proposals in accordance with the BSP and the importance of synchronizing them with regional development plans. Furthermore, various local issues were discussed, such as the availability and validity of land cover data, plantation HGU status, and the readiness of social forestry entities as potential program beneficiaries.
Overall, the socialization of the BioCF–ISFL RBP in Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency went well and was deemed effective in increasing local government understanding. This activity also strengthened coordination between regional agencies as a first step to expedite the preparation of RBP proposals in accordance with BSP provisions. Going forward, this activity is expected to be followed up with further technical assistance to address data constraints and the readiness of regional entities.
The purpose of this official visit was to convey the latest developments in the BioCF–ISFL Program, specifically regarding the RBP stages, the status of the Emission Reduction Payment Agreement (ERPA), and emission reduction targets. Furthermore, the event focused on conveying the regional government's readiness to prepare RBP proposals in accordance with the Benefit Sharing Plan (BSP) Document, while also identifying various challenges faced at the regional level.
The event provided a presentation on the BioCF–ISFL stages, emission calculations, baseline determination, land use change activities, and the role of Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV/MAR) in verifying emission reductions. The benefit-sharing mechanism is also explained in detail, including allocations for the government, villages, social forestry, the private sector, NGOs, and universities, as well as the mandatory allocation of at least 10 percent for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI).
The Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency Environmental Agency stated that it understands its duties and role in screening RBP proposals in accordance with the BSP and the importance of synchronizing them with regional development plans. Furthermore, various local issues were discussed, such as the availability and validity of land cover data, plantation HGU status, and the readiness of social forestry entities as potential program beneficiaries.
Overall, the socialization of the BioCF–ISFL RBP in Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency went well and was deemed effective in increasing local government understanding. This activity also strengthened coordination between regional agencies as a first step to expedite the preparation of RBP proposals in accordance with BSP provisions. Going forward, this activity is expected to be followed up with further technical assistance to address data constraints and the readiness of regional entities.
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