Analysis of the status of MRV systems for EE and RE in the ECOWAS region Hugo Lucas Head of the Energy Department Factor 18th October 2016 www.wearefactor.com
MRV System Monitoring (measuring, estimations) Reporting (national communications) Verification Source: WWI 2
Development of Robust MRV System (I) Structure and Responsibilities 1. Develop a central system at the national level, with one clear organizational chart of all involved institutions. Identify the institution responsible for coordination. In particular, appoint a manager responsible for the national MRV system in each country. In Ghana s Climate Reporting Programme, the establishment of institutional arrangements with clear mandates, timelines and reporting outlines, data access and management and budgets is relevant for good performance. 2. Develop agreements and/or working arrangements between the participating institutions in the MRV system, clearly assigning responsibilities, deadlines and budgets. GCRP, Operationalizing the collaborative mechanisms (MOUs) that underpin activities of the institutions. About 30 experts from 16 different public and private institutions constitute the institutional arrangements for reporting. 3
Development of Robust MRV System (II) Structure and Responsibilities 3. To establish general guidelines, addressing the monitoring, reporting and verification of GHG, mitigation actions and financial support. In Ghana, the scope of the integrated system covers the GHG inventory, UNFCCC reporting requirements and national policies. The South African MRV system is consistent with IPCC 2006 or later guidelines and is flexible for updating accordingly. 4
Development of Robust MRV System (III) Resources 4. Allocate financial resources for the implementation and operation of the MRV system and ensure availability of long-term funds. In South Africa, Ghana, There is support form international cooperation and a strategy to overcome the financial problems by fully integrating the GHG system as part of the sector ministries work plans. 5. Allocate enough personnel, with clear roles and responsibilities, and train them regularly. GCRP external trainings on GHG inventory. 6. Setting up information and communication (IT) tools. Creation of online integrated systems for monitoring and reporting in South Africa and Ghana. South African National Atmospheric Emissions Inventory System (NAEIS) the Climate Change Data Hub for all climate related data and activities in Ghana. 5
Development of Robust MRV System (IV) Implementation 7. Consider the elaboration of National Communications (every four years) as continuous ongoing activities and not as isolated projects. In South Africa the Department of Environmental Affairs is tasked with annual analysis and publication of emissions trends and financial flows and projects. 8. Exploit the possible experience of the private sector in the development of MRV systems. In GCRP, Establishment of six thematic national working groups. South Africa, the formalization of key data reporting mechanisms through participatory technical working groups. 6
Development of Robust MRV System (IV) Implementation 9. Increase the quality of information through periodic reviews of the MRV system and plan a system for continuous improvement. South Africa, has a three phases (setting-up, operationalization and refinement) after each system is assess and revised. 10. Promote the exchange of information and experiences among countries in the same region. 7
Survey ECOWAS From 2 nd of September to 14 th October Questions on status of MRV system for climate change in general and energy in particular Twelve replies (9 ECREEE ; 3 UNFCCC) covering 9 countries Checked with results from previous survey by the francophone cluster of the international partnership for MRV. 8
Survey ECOWAS: Implementation of the main features for a robust MRV system Factor BEN CV GHA LIB NI NE SEN SL TOG Institution Responsible MRV O-chart Human Resources Guidelines Access to information Reporting/ verification Not in place Partially In place 9
Findings: Barriers vs Strategy Type Barrier International best practices Financial Institutional Information Limited financial capacities Clarity in responsibilities Human and technological resources Availability and quality of data International Cooperation (bilateral and multilateral) MRV progressively included in core activities of the institutions. Design institutional arrangement institutional arrangements with clear mandates, timelines and reporting outlines. Policy or regulatory endorsement of the MRV setting. Building on existing teams and databases International cooperation for continuous training International exchange of experience Create a transparent and accessible knowledge hub Setting thematic working groups of experts 10
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