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It emphasizes the dual role of forests in climate adaptation and mitigation, highlighting the importance of carbon sequestration and ecosystem services. The guide identifies key intervention areas—including forest restoration, sustainable management of protected areas, deforestation-free supply chains, and REDD+—and provides a framework for measuring impact through specific quantitative and qualitative indicators. 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It mandates that accredited entities maintain an Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) and adhere to a mitigation hierarchy to avoid, minimize, or compensate for adverse impacts. The policy introduces a risk-based categorization system (Categories A, B, and C for activities; I1, I2, and I3 for intermediaries) to determine the depth of required assessments and stakeholder engagement. Key protections are specified for indigenous peoples, including the requirement for free, prior and informed consent in applicable circumstances, as well as safeguards for human rights, gender equality, and biodiversity. 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