Legal Assessment and Legal Diligence in Carbon Projects

Objectives

This workshop aims to equip you with the knowledge to strengthen the legal integrity of carbon projects. Through hands-on sessions and expert guidance with Rudi Bachtiar from ARMA Law, we will explore how to conduct effective legal due diligence—ensuring clarity in land tenure, ownership rights, and benefit-sharing in line with national laws and Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.  

Join us to build credible, conflict-free, and sustainable carbon initiatives that truly deliver on their climate and economic promises. 

Background

As the global focus on emission reductions intensifies and carbon gains economic value, the carbon market has expanded significantly. This surge has driven a sharp rise in demand for carbon credits, with the voluntary carbon market nearly tripling in size by 2021 (Sylvera, 2024). The momentum has been supported by regulatory developments, such as Indonesia’s Presidential Regulation No. 98 of 2021 on carbon pricing and markets. This not only reflects strong interest in carbon credits as a mitigation tool but also opens up new economic opportunities for countries with high carbon sequestration potential.

However, this rapid growth also presents challenges, particularly in ensuring the legal integrity of carbon projects. Clear regulations on ownership and management rights are critical, especially given the value attached to carbon assets. Legal land tenure must be addressed early to avoid conflicts between those with formal land rights and those benefiting financially. To safeguard the project’s credibility and sustainability, developers must conduct legal due diligence—reviewing land ownership, licenses, compliance, and benefit entitlements—aligned with national regulations and Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.

Speakers

Andreas A. Hutahaean Ph.D, Principal Consultant, Neyen

Alvianni Nur Mahmudah, Consultant, Neyen

Rudi Bachtiar, Partner, ARMA Law

Agenda

09.00 – 09.30 Registration and coffee
09.30 – 09.35 Welcoming remarks, Neyen
09.35 – 09.45 Topic introduction, Alvianni Nur Mahmudah, Neyen

Workshop

09.45 – 10.25 Legal Assessment and Legal Diligence in Carbon Projects, Rudi Bachtiar, ARMA Law
10.25 – 11.05 Q&A
11.05 – 11.20 Closing and photo session
11.20 – 12.00 Networking session

When and where?

26th June, 09:00 – 12:00 WIB

WeWork Revenue Tower – 25th Floor, Meeting Room 25A

Who should attend?

This workshop is designed for the private sector, government officials, NGOs, research institutions/universities and intergovernmental organizations that are committed to advancing sustainability initiatives.