Advancing forest-based climate solutions for a changing world
The Forest Carbon Research Lab is a multidisciplinary research group based at the Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Stewardship, University of British Columbia (UBC). Led by Dr. Guangyu Wang, the Lab brings together expertise in forest carbon, bamboo ecosystems, climate policy, carbon markets, and nature-based solutions. Our team advances research, policy dialogue, and international collaboration on forest- and bamboo-based climate solutions for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Our work focuses on the role of forests, bamboo, and other nature-based systems in addressing climate change while supporting biodiversity conservation, rural livelihoods, sustainable development, and international cooperation. The Lab’s bamboo-related research covers bamboo forest management, carbon sequestration, bamboo-based products, ecosystem services, sustainable utilization, and the potential of bamboo to contribute to national and international climate action.
In recent years, the Lab has expanded its work at the interface of science, policy, and international climate governance. Our research and engagement cover forest carbon accounting, bamboo forest management, carbon market integrity, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, nature-based solutions, climate finance, and the integration of forest- and bamboo-based solutions into national and international climate strategies. The Lab actively collaborates with universities, international organizations, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, carbon market practitioners, and youth networks. Through research projects, expert dialogues, international forums, and UNFCCC/COP-related engagements, we aim to support evidence-based climate solutions and strengthen global cooperation on forests, bamboo, carbon markets, and sustainable development.
What We Do
Forest Carbon and Nature-based Solutions
We study how forests and other nature-based systems contribute to climate change mitigation, adaptation, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem resilience.
Bamboo and Climate Change
We explore the climate potential of bamboo resources, including bamboo forest management, carbon sequestration, bamboo products, ecosystem services, substitution effects, rural development, and bamboo-based carbon projects.
Carbon Markets and Article 6
We examine the design and governance of carbon markets, forest carbon offsets, Article 6 mechanisms, additionality, permanence, monitoring, reporting and verification, and environmental integrity.
Climate Policy and International Engagement
We contribute to international climate dialogue through research, policy analysis, side events, expert consultations, and collaboration with partners engaged in UNFCCC and COP processes.
Our Approach
The Lab combines scientific research, policy analysis, and international collaboration. We connect forest and bamboo science with climate governance, carbon market practice, and sustainable development priorities. Our work is especially concerned with how nature-based climate solutions can be made credible, measurable, equitable, and beneficial for both people and ecosystems.
Selected Areas of Current Work
- Forest carbon sinks and carbon accounting
- Bamboo-based climate solutions
- Carbon offset project design and governance
- Article 6 and international carbon markets
- Nature-based solutions in the Global South
- Climate finance and carbon market integrity
- Biodiversity, livelihoods, and sustainable development co-benefits
- Youth engagement and capacity building on climate change
Collaboration
The Forest Carbon Research Lab welcomes collaboration with academic institutions, international organizations, government agencies, civil society organizations, carbon market actors, and early-career researchers. We are particularly interested in partnerships that advance high-integrity forest and bamboo climate solutions, strengthen international cooperation, and support climate action in developing-country contexts.
