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3. Reviewing the NIR and CRF Tables

Now it is time for you to begin your full review of Ukraine’s Energy Sector fuel combustion emissions submission. You should have both Ukraine’s National Inventory Report (NIR) and Common Reporting Format (CRF) tables, along with all the other supporting documentation (e.g., IPCC and UNFCCC documents). Make sure you have fully prepared yourself to conduct this review (refer to the ”Getting Prepared” section).

Although it is impossible to predict how much time you will need to complete a rigorous review for this case study, we estimate that an absolute minimum of 3 hours is required to carefully consider all the relevant categories and issues. After you have completed your review, you will be tested to check your understanding of Ukraine’s fuel combustion emissions in the Energy Sector. Once you have successfully completed the test, we will begin stepping through the preparation of Ukraine’s review report.

Remember, when reviewing a Party’s reported Energy Sector emissions you should systematically note the following:

  • its identification of key categories,
  • selection and use of methodologies and assumptions,
  • development and selection of emission factors,
  • collection and selection of activity data,
  • reporting of recalculations and consistent time-series,
  • discussion of uncertainties,
  • and quality assurance and quality control procedures.

Additionally, identify any inconsistencies, outstanding issues relating to previous reviews and areas for further improvement. There will not necessarily be noteworthy observations to report in each of these areas. Moreover, while you are primarily looking for deficiencies or problems, it is important to be providing constructive criticisms as well as provide some positive feedback (e.g., acknowledge any outstanding achievements and progress made in addressing previous review issues).

4. Case Study Test

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