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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

European Carbon Farming Summit

17-19 March 2026. Padua, 
Italy. European Carbon Farming Summit.

The Summit aimed to accelerate the transition to scalable and credible carbon farming in Europe by bringing together science, policy, finance, and practice. It focused on moving from pilot initiatives to real implementation, aligning stakeholders to deliver measurable climate impact while ensuring value for farmers and land managers. Core goals included: Bridging science, policy, and practice Scaling regenerative agriculture and carbon markets Developing robust standards, MRV systems, and financing models Supporting EU climate policy (e.g. Carbon Removal Certification Framework).

The European Carbon Farming Summit 2026 served as a multi-stakeholder, action-oriented platform that advanced discussions on practices, standards, and MRV systems, with the overarching goal of turning carbon farming from fragmented pilots into credible, scalable, and policy-aligned systems across Europe.

Extract of the programme

19 March: Parallel Session 5. Opportunities for Cooperation on Agroforestry Carbon Farming Between European Research Projects, and Extension to Projects Operating in Africa

This session
  • Facilitated knowledge exchange between Europe and Africa on agroforestry carbon farming
  • Explored collaboration between EU and Africa-based projects
  • Addressed shared MRV challenges, methodologies, and scaling opportunities
  • Aimed to strengthen cross-regional coordination and avoid duplication
Speakers
  • European Agroforestry Federation (EURAF)
  • Thünen Institute
  • Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • ecosostenibile.eu S.r.l. Società Benefit
  • AfroGrow (explicit Africa-linked organisation)
  • CSIC (Spanish National

Innovation Session: On-the-Ground Impact, Regenerative Practices, Biodiversity, and 
Ecosystem Co-Benefits

Abdul-Rauf Brenya, Executive Managing Director of A. R. Brenya Company Ltd - Today's Agriculture in Africa. 
Brenya Company Ltd is a diversified enterprise operating in Africa, with activities spanning agriculture (including farming and related value chains), import–export trade, recruitment services, and travel/logistics support. The company also positioned itself within discussions on climate-smart agriculture, soil health, and carbon farming, reflecting engagement in sustainability-oriented agricultural practices and knowledge sharing.

Thursday, May 15, 2025

East Africa Carbon Markets Forum EACMF 2025

8 - 9 May 2025. Kampala, Uganda East Africa Carbon Markets Forum EACMF 2025

This Forum convened over 300 stakeholders from across the region and beyond to advance carbon market development as a catalyst for sustainable growth. A major highlight was Uganda’s announcement of a forthcoming National Climate Fund, aimed at mobilizing climate finance and supporting green investments through both voluntary and compliance carbon markets . The forum emphasized the importance of robust regulatory frameworks, with discussions focusing on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, transparency in carbon credit issuance, and the need for harmonized policies across East Africa to attract investment and ensure environmental integrity.

Participants also explored innovative financing models and digital tools to scale high-quality carbon projects. Organizations like Trees for the Future showcased farmer-centered agroforestry initiatives that link smallholder farmers to global carbon markets, demonstrating tangible benefits such as direct carbon payments . The forum underscored the role of nature-based solutions, renewable energy, and community engagement in achieving climate goals, positioning East Africa as a leader in leveraging carbon markets for sustainable development.




Extracts of the programme


 08/05 Navigating Regulatory Frameworks for Carbon markets

  • Keynote Speaker: Xana Maunze, Climate Finance Official, Enabel Mozambique

09/05 Unlocking Opportunities - Carbon Markets Association of Uganda - CMAU

See the video recording above
  • Kenneth Mugangi, Partner KTA Advocates
  • Michael Nana Yaw Nimoh, SPOUTS International, Country Director
  • Mr. Senyonga Derick, Senior Climate Change Officer, Ministry of Water and Environment, Climate Change Department
  • Anete Garoza, Co-organiser of EACMF and Vice President of CMAU
  • Moderator: Emmanuel Wanyama, Expert in Sustainability, KTA

Financing Sustainable Projects: Scaling Carbon Investments in Africa

  • Frederic Olbert, Co-founder and CFO, Carbonpool
  • Philip Hardwick, CEO of Everpath and Head of Environmental Projects for BB Energy
  • Tim McLellan, CEO, Trees For Future
  • Robert Mukiza, Director General, UIA 
  • Moderator: Canary Mugume, Senior news anchor & investigative reporter, NBS television

Other international speakers:

  • Micaela Passetti, Carbon Market Specialist, Climate Change Division, UNEP
  • Tom Sengalama, Team Leader-Nature, Climate, Energy and Resilience, UNDP
  • Tim McLellan, CEO, Trees For Future