Nature-Based Credit Science Decoder Series on Remote Sensing

This guide is part of the Nature-Based Credit Science Decoder Series and focuses on Remote Sensing technologies and their application in Natural Climate Solutions (NCS) projects. It outlines the significance of carbon accounting methods that adhere to scientific best practices, which are essential for rigorous carbon crediting. The document discusses various concepts, platforms, tools, and data sources that assist buyers of high-quality carbon credits in evaluating the rigor of service providers in carbon markets. It also details the different types of remote sensing technologies, including ground-based, airborne, and spaceborne systems, and explains key resolutions such as spatial, temporal, and spectral. Additionally, the guide emphasizes the importance of transparency in remote sensing methodologies used by various service providers in the voluntary carbon market (VCM). It serves as a resource for buyers to assess the effectiveness of carbon market tools and projects in deploying scientifically sound approaches.