The Mitigation Action Assessment Protocol (MAAP) is proposed as a key tool for achieving transparency in the way climate change mitigation actions are developed, and how they compare in terms of mitigation value. MAAP is divided into four modules: 1) Program Design/Implementation, 2) Management Entity, 3) Financial Structure and 4) Development Benefits. Each module is independent from each other, and includes a set of key indicators that represent what experts consider to be as key components of any robust climate action. The final module score depends on the assigned weights and scores for each key indicator.

MAAP was originally developed as an excel-based tool, and has already been applied to more than 200+ mitigation actions globally. The purpose of upgrading to an online interface is to provide an accessible and usable platform to assess, track and compare the relative risks and performance of a broad range of climate actions.

Additional Resources:

The Mitigation Action Assessment Protocol

Networked Carbon Markets : Mitigation Action Assessment Protocol (Working Paper)