Sustainable Development through Carbon Credit Projects: Case of Ethiopia
| dc.contributor.advisor | Mohammed Seid(PhD) | |
| dc.contributor.author | Saba Tsegaye | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-03-17T07:34:29Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-03-17T07:34:29Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-05-04 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Sustainable development remains a pressing global imperative, demanding innovative strategies to mitigate climate change while fostering economic growth and environmental conservation. Ethiopia, as a developing nation, grapples with the dual challenge of advancing its economy while addressing environmental degradation. In response, Ethiopia has increasingly turned to carbon credit projects as a mechanism to align economic development with ecological sustainability. However, there remains a critical gap in understanding the comprehensive impacts, challenges, and opportunities presented by these initiatives within Ethiopia's socio-economic and environmental context. This study aims to fill this gap by conducting a rigorous empirical analysis of carbon credit projects in Ethiopia. Through a mixed-methods approach including direct observations, interviews with key stakeholders, surveys, and secondary research, the study investigates the effectiveness of carbon credit projects across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. It assesses the awareness levels among Ethiopian society, evaluates tangible outcomes on environmental sustainability and economic development, identifies best practices and challenges encountered, and examines the alignment of these projects with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key findings reveal significant strides in environmental conservation through afforestation and renewable energy adoption, supported by initiatives such as the Oromia Coffee Producers Union's successful carbon credit sales. Challenges identified include funding gaps, regulatory barriers, and capacity limitations, which hinder project scalability and effectiveness. Recommendations focus on leveraging Ethiopia's abundant solar resources, transitioning to renewable energy, enhancing institutional frameworks for transparency and accountability, scaling afforestation efforts, and implementing innovative water management solutions. Ultimately, this research underscores the transformative potential of carbon credit projects in Ethiopia, offering actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders to advance sustainable development goals while fostering a resilient and inclusive society for future generations. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/5053 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | A.A.U | |
| dc.title | Sustainable Development through Carbon Credit Projects: Case of Ethiopia | |
| dc.type | Thesis |