Belize has formally initiated a significant environmental monitoring initiative through the launch of its National Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory Cycle. The program, spearheaded by the National Climate Change Office (NCCO) operating under the Ministry of Sustainable Development and Solid Waste Management, represents a strategic effort to enhance the nation’s climate accountability mechanisms.
The inaugural session focused on establishing clear operational parameters for the inventory cycle rather than direct air pollution measurement. Key objectives included defining the structural framework of the National GHG Inventory Cycle and synchronizing sector-specific workplans with the NCCO’s overarching strategic vision. Participants conducted a thorough examination of the Technical Expert Review protocol for the forthcoming Biennial Transparency Report, ensuring Belize’s compliance with rigorous international transparency requirements.
Additional discussions centered on capacity-building initiatives available through established frameworks including the National Communication program and the Greenhouse Gas Management Institute. The meeting specifically emphasized the imperative that the inventory process adhere strictly to the “Modalities, Procedures, and Guidelines” mandated by the Paris Agreement. This compliance encompasses the preparation and submission of both the National Inventory Document and standardized Common Reporting Tables, positioning Belize to meet its international climate commitments with enhanced data integrity and reporting precision.