Introducing joint implementation programmes to candidate countries - study required
The European Commission's Environment DG has issued an invitation to tender for a study on the establishment of national joint implementation (JI) programmes in candidate countries. The contract will involve undertaking a feasibility study leading to the identification of specific capacity building needs of those candidate countries that are listed in Annex B of the Kyoto Protocol, for the implementation of joint implementation under Article 6 of the Kyoto Protocol. The study shall include recommendations for future proposals on financing. Particular attention should be paid to enhancing cooperation with regards to training, exchange of information, the definition of rules and modalities, and networking among relevant organisations in candidate countries on JI implementation. On the basis of the outcome of the case studies, the contractor should recommend simple and efficient modalities and procedures for an early and practical implementation of joint implementation under the Kyoto Protocol by candidate countries. The recommendations shall ensure compatibility with any decision adopted by UNFCCC parties with regard to the implementation of Article 6 of the Kyoto Protocol. The recommendations shall aim at facilitating the establishment of national programmes for JI in the candidate countries concerned by the study. The study shall take into consideration the fact that the candidate counties are committed to approximate their legislation with the 'acquis communautaire' as a key condition for membership to the EU. The contract will last 12 months from the date of signature.For further information, please contact: European Commission Directorate-General Environment rue de la Loi/Wetstraat 200 Attn: Mrs Gail Kent B-1049 Brussels Fax +32-2-299 4449 For administrative and financial queries: Tel: +32-2-296 0008 For technical queries: Tel: +32-2-299 2512