Protecting Oromia’s forests at scale
OFLP – Oromia Forested Landscape Program
Oromia Forested Landscape Program (OFLP), A landmark jurisdictional carbon credit program helping avoid more than 12 million tonnes of CO2 – and counting
Oromia Forested Landscape Program
The Oromia Forested Landscape Program (OFLP) is Ethiopia’s flagship jurisdictional REDD+ program.
Verified Impact
12.4 million tonnes of verified emissions reductions generated during 2022–2023.
12.4M
tCO₂e
Verified emissions reductions
75
%
Reduction in annual deforestation
75
%
Of net benefits directed to communities
2.2
million
Community members consulted
Verified Impact
908
Cooperatives
432,967
Active Participants
98%
Avoided Deforestation
23,271
Hectares of annual forest loss prevented
Why Oromia
A globally significant forest landscape
Oromia is central to Ethiopia’s forest protection and sustainable development goals. The region is home to more than 40 million people—88% of whom are smallholder farmers—and contains 52% of the country’s forested lands.
Where forests, livelihoods and economic opportunity are deeply connected.
Forests
Oromia contains approximately 52% of Ethiopia’s forested land.
People
More than 40 million people live in the region, with livelihoods closely connected to agriculture and natural resources.
Economy
Oromia is a major producer of commodities including coffee, teff, and maize.
How the Program Works
Working across forests, farms, and communities to deliver lasting climate impact.
Step 01
Protect Forests
Community forest management and conservation
Step 02
Improve land use
More sustainable farming, grazing, and energy practices
Step 03
Measure results
Landscape-scale monitoring, reporting, and verification
Step 04
Share benefits
Revenue and program benefits directed towards eligible communities and stakeholders
Impact
Annual deforestation reduced from 31,277 to 8,006 hectares
Baseline
31,277 ha
2022-2023
8,006 ha
74% Reduction ↓
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Oromia Forested Landscape Program (OFLP)?
OFLP is a large-scale forest conservation and sustainable land-use program in Ethiopia’s Oromia region. It is implemented under the World Bank’s BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes (ISFL) and aims to reduce emissions from deforestation and land-use change while improving livelihoods and forest governance.
Where does OFLP operate?
OFLP covers the entire Oromia region, Ethiopia’s largest regional state. Oromia contains approximately 52% of Ethiopia’s forests, covering about 9 million hectares, and is home to more than 40 million people.
LAtest News
Latest News
Press Release
Press Release Title
Here you’ll find news on new partnerships, programme developments, verification milestones and upcoming carbon credit issuances as the project continues to grow.
August 11th 2026
Announcement
Announcement Title
Here you’ll find news on new partnerships, programme developments, verification milestones and upcoming carbon credit issuances as the project continues to grow.
August 11th 2026