This regulation serves as the implementing framework for Guatemala’s PROBOSQUE Law, detailing the procedures and mechanisms for its effective application. The regulation aligns with the objectives of the parent law, aiming to increase forest cover, promote sustainable forest management, and enhance rural livelihoods through targeted incentives. It outlines specific provisions for project eligibility, incentive allocation, and compliance requirements, ensuring the programme’s alignment with national environmental and developmental priorities.
The regulation reinforces PROBOSQUE’s climate change mitigation and adaptation goals by establishing clear criteria for forest conservation and restoration projects. It defines eligible activities, such as industrial and energy-oriented forest plantations, agroforestry systems, and the restoration of degraded forest lands, all of which contribute to carbon sequestration and biodiversity preservation. The regulation prioritises projects in protected areas, watersheds, and areas of high ecological value, ensuring that incentives are directed toward regions with significant climate benefits. For energy transition, the regulation supports the development of forest plantations for biomass production, promoting renewable energy sources while reducing pressure on natural forests. Additionally, it mandates fire prevention measures and pest management to safeguard forest health, enhancing ecosystem resilience to climate change. The establishment of monitoring and evaluation mechanisms ensures transparency and accountability in project implementation, further reinforcing the regulation’s role in advancing Guatemala’s climate and energy objectives.
