Deforestation between 1990 and 2008 followed by reforestation can create credits. If carbon accounting starts in 2008, conversion of high carbon-density forests, degradation, and aggradation in commitment period are covered. Creates potential for inconsistency between Articles 3.3 and 3.7. As in FAO definition. Reforestation does not include regeneration post-harvest.
Deforestation is conversion of forest to non-forest.
1 and 2 apply. Carbon stock changes might not be considered as ARD activities if land-use classification remains unchanged. As in FAO definition except that regrowing stands that are below the canopy cover threshold are not counted as forest. Gives countries flexibility in selecting a definition of forest. Allows use of existing data, reducing costs.