Implement Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification for Short-Lived Climate Pollutants

Summary

This project, Implement Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) for Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs), led by the SDN, aims to strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to monitor, report, and verify SLCP emissions in critical sectors like oil and gas, transportation, and agriculture. The initiative will support Nigeria’s National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) and other national bodies, including the Federal Ministry of Environment (FME) and the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS), in integrating SLCPs into the national MRV framework.

Over the project period, SDN will conduct a comprehensive needs assessment to identify knowledge and capacity gaps and will design targeted capacity-building workshops to equip stakeholders with SLCP monitoring methodologies. The project also includes regular monitoring, verification, and validation activities to track progress and ensure the adoption of MRV practices for SLCPs.

By the end of the project, Nigeria’s institutional capacity for managing SLCP emissions will be improved, contributing to the country’s climate resilience and public health goals by reducing air pollution and aligning SLCP data with international reporting standards.

Aim

The Nigeria – Implement Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) for Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) project aims to:

1.Strengthen National Capacity for SLCP Monitoring.

Equip Nigeria’s National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) and related agencies with the skills and tools to effectively monitor, report, and verify SLCP emissions in key sectors, including oil and gas, transportation, and agriculture.

2. Support Institutional Integration of SLCPs into the MRV Framework.

Develop and implement SLCP-focused training and capacity-building initiatives to incorporate SLCP monitoring into Nigeria’s MRV framework, ensuring data collection aligns with international best practices.

3. Enhance Data Consistency and Stakeholder Collaboration.

Foster collaboration among national stakeholders, including the FME, NBS, and NCCC, to harmonize SLCP emission data and strengthen reporting standards, ultimately improving data transparency and accuracy.

4. Promote Sustainable Climate Action and Air Quality Improvement.

Support Nigeria’s climate goals by reducing SLCP emissions, contributing to better air quality, improved public health, and resilience against climate change impacts.

Key Activities

1. Project Planning and Stakeholder Engagement

Conduct a project kick-off meeting with core stakeholders, including SDN, NCCC, FME, and NBS, to establish roles, objectives, and expected outcomes.
Undertake consultations with primary stakeholders to understand specific needs and existing capacities for SLCP monitoring and reporting.

2. Needs Assessment and Capacity Building

Perform a comprehensive assessment of institutional strengths and gaps, focusing on knowledge, methodologies, and operational needs to incorporate SLCPs into the MRV framework.
Develop and deliver capacity-building workshops for relevant stakeholders, providing training on SLCP monitoring, reporting methodologies, and gender-sensitive considerations, including impacts on vulnerable populations such as women and children.

3. Data Verification and Monitoring of SLCP Emissions

Engage stakeholders in data verification workshops to review and harmonize SLCP emission data across agencies, ensuring alignment with international reporting standards.
Conduct regular monitoring visits and engagements to evaluate the improved capacity of government entities in SLCP data management and integration into the MRV framework.

4. Project Evaluation and Validation

Host a validation roundtable with project stakeholders to assess the impact of training and MRV integration efforts on institutional capacities.
Organize a project webinar to share findings, best practices, and lessons learned with national and international stakeholders, promoting the sustainability of SLCP management practices.

5. Public Communication and Reporting

Produce and disseminate external communications materials, including a project summary and results report for stakeholders and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC).
Finalize and submit a comprehensive project report to CCAC, detailing outputs, challenges, and recommendations for ongoing SLCP monitoring and climate action in Nigeria.

Context

Nigeria faces some of the highest levels of air pollution in the world, especially in regions like the Niger Delta, where emissions from the oil and gas industry, transportation, agriculture, and household cooking significantly impact public health and the environment. Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs)—such as methane, black carbon, and hydrofluorocarbons—are especially concerning due to their dual role in worsening air quality and driving climate change. Despite Nigeria’s National Action Plan on SLCPs, limited institutional capacity hampers effective monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) of these pollutants across key sectors.

The National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), along with other bodies like the Federal Ministry of Environment (FME) and the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS), is tasked with SLCP management; however, these agencies currently lack the robust training, tools, and methodologies necessary to capture accurate SLCP data and integrate it effectively into the national MRV framework. As a result, emission data from SLCPs is inconsistent and lacks standardization, which limits Nigeria’s ability to implement targeted climate actions and meet international reporting obligations.

This project, implemented by SDN, addresses these gaps by building the capacities of NCCC, FME, and NBS through focused assessments, tailored training, and consistent data validation and monitoring. By strengthening institutional skills and harmonizing data practices, the project supports Nigeria’s broader climate objectives, contributing to improved air quality, reduced public health risks, and strengthened resilience against climate impacts.