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Designated National Authorities
What is a designated national authority?
A designated national authority (DNA) is the body
granted responsibility by a Party to authorise and approve participation in CDM projects. Establishment
of a DNA is one of the requirements for participation by a Party in the CDM. The main task
of the DNA is to assess potential CDM projects to determine whether they will assist the
host country in achieving its sustainable development goals and to provide a letter of approval to project participants
in CDM projects. This letter of approval must confirm that the project activity contributes to sustainable
development in the country. It is then submitted to CDM Executive Board to support the registration of the
project. See the diagramme
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DNA Communicators of the Year Showcase
Each year, the Secretariat holds a competition to highlight, share and recognise the work done by DNAs to promote the CDM in their countries. Learn more about this competition, the winners and how to compete.Further information on
+ Regional Distribution+ DNA Forum
+ Change in the Definition of Forest more »
Procedure on change in the selected values of minimum tree crown
cover, minimum land area and minimum tree height required for hosting an afforestation and reforestation
(A/R) project activity under the CDM (EB40 report, para. 11)
| Date of Receipt | Effective Date of Change | Country | Submission |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 November 2008 | 11 November 2008 | Democratic Republic of Congo |  Democratic Republic of Congo's national definition of forest (227 KB) |
| 07 July 2008 | 07 July 2008 | India | India's national definition of forest (74 KB) |
| 17 June 2008 | 17 June 2008 | Ghana | Ghana's national definition of forest (334 KB) |
