TaCaDevA was established to strengthen coordination among carbon project developers, improve engagement with government and stakeholders, and promote a transparent, credible, and high-integrity carbon market in Tanzania.n

No. TaCaDevA is an independent, non-partisan association. However, it works closely with government institutions through constructive dialogue and collaboration.n

A carbon project is an initiative that reduces or removes greenhouse gas emissions. Examples include forest conservation (REDD+), clean cooking, reforestation, renewable energy, biochar production, and water access projects.

Carbon projects can:

• Support climate mitigation and Tanzania’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)

• Generate income through carbon finance

• Improve livelihoods for local communities

Projects in Tanzania include:

• Forest conservation (REDD+)

• Clean cooking

• Afforestation, reforestation and revegetation (ARR)

• Renewable energy

• Waste management

• Clean Water

• Biochar

Yes. Carbon projects must comply with national regulations and are overseen by the National Carbon Monitoring Centre (NCMC). Projects typically also follow international standards such as Verra, Gold Standard, or Plan Vivo.

You can start by exploring TaCaDevA’s Resources section, which includes guides, webinars, and policy documents. You should also consult official government guidance from the NCMC.

TaCaDevA has two membership categories:

Full Members: Organisations whose projects are registered both with the NCMC and an international carbon standard.

Advisory Members: Organisations contributing to the sector, including early-stage developers, technical experts, and research organisations.

Members benefit from:

• Participation in policy dialogue

• Access to shared knowledge and resources

• Networking and collaboration opportunities

• Visibility within Tanzania’s carbon market ecosystem

• Capacity-building support and training

You can apply through the membership registration form on this page.

TaCaDevA engages with policymakers to advocate for clear, supportive, and practical regulatory frameworks that enable responsible carbon project development.

No. TaCaDevA does not create standards. It promotes alignment with internationally recognised standards such as Verra, Gold Standard, and Plan Vivo, and encourages best practices across its members.

Carbon projects can provide:

• Direct financial benefits through carbon revenue sharing

• Employment opportunities

• Improved access to energy, water, and services

• Support for sustainable agriculture and livelihoods

TaCaDevA promotes transparency, best practices, and adherence to recognised standards. It also facilitates knowledge-sharing and dialogue to continuously improve project quality and accountability.

Yes. TaCaDevA serves as a platform for collaboration and can help connect investors, partners, and stakeholders with its member organisations.

Yes. You can use the contact form on this page or email the team directly at chair@tacadeva.tz.