CDM

Investment Opportunities

in Israel

www.ecotraders.co.il

Presented by:

Adi Dishon

Project Manager

Israel & the Kyoto Protocol

Signed Kyoto Protocol

Included as Non Annex 1 Party

Can serve as host country to Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Projects

Start of 2004 should finalize nomination of CDM Designated National Authority & ratification of Kyoto Protocol

CDM Investment Opportunities

Waste Treatment

Energy Efficiency

Fuel Switching

Renewable Energy

Advantages to Israeli CDM Projects

Local Professionals [scientists, engineers, lawyers]

• Feasibility assessments

• Field surveys

• Legal & financial advising

• CDM registration process

Local Technology• GHG reduction technology• Monitoring technology

Local Initiatives

• Promote implementation of GHG reduction projects

• Awareness for sustainable development

• Valuable stakeholder involvement

The ability to rely on:

Advantages to Israeli CDM Projects

Results in:

Lower transaction costs

Lower risks

Credible quality carbon credits

Governmental Infrastructure

• Stable democracy• Clear environmental regulation (EIA)• Transparency

Company Services

Feasibility Assessments

Project Development

CDM Registration

Find buyer for Carbon Credits

Role of Host CountryCDM Project Developer

1. Key element: In depth understanding of local environmental rules & regulations

2. Identify sector which has “additional” emissions reduction potential

3. Identifying specific projects which can potentially be CDM projects

4. Approaching project owners and teaching them about CDM

5. Capacity building for government & stakeholders

Role of Host CountryProject Developer

5. Interest local investors and contractors in CDM’s potential

6. Interest international investors in

Israel’s CDM potential

Any CDM project must have local counterpart play leading role in project

development

Contact Details:Website :.www ecotraders. .co il

Email :dishon@ecotraders. .co il

Tel: 972-2-5634968

Cell: 972-53-80-55-49