Multi-Criteria Analysis for Assessing Carbon Sequestration Practices in Agriculture under the EU Certification Scheme

Ilze Luksta; Krista Laktuka; Dagnija Blumberga

doi:10.7250/conect.2026.066

Multi-Criteria Analysis for Assessing Carbon Sequestration Practices in Agriculture under the EU Certification Scheme

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Ilze Luksta Institute of Energy Systems and Environment, Riga Technical University, Azenes iela 12/1, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia
Krista Laktuka Institute of Energy Systems and Environment, Riga Technical University, Azenes iela 12/1, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia
Dagnija Blumberga Institute of Energy Systems and Environment, Riga Technical University, Azenes iela 12/1, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia

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https://doi.org/10.7250/conect.2026.066

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Carbon farming, CRCF, European Union, TOPSIS

Abstract

The study focuses on the practical application of the European Union Carbon Certification Framework (CRCF) in agriculture. The aim of the work is to develop a framework that helps farmers and policymakers evaluate different carbon-related farming practices, such as agroforestry and soil improvement. The study uses multi-criteria analysis to evaluate practices not only according to their climate impact, but also according to their economic viability, implementation complexity and environmental co-benefits. The results offer a structured decision-making tool that facilitates the implementation of CRCF requirements on real farms, helping to identify the most suitable solutions for sustainable agriculture.

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This work has been supported by the Latvia’s state budget Fundamental and Applied Research Project “A Policy Planning Roadmap for Carbon Farming Certification Schemes” No. lzp-2024/1-0417.

Multi-Criteria Analysis for Assessing Carbon Sequestration Practices in Agriculture under the EU Certification Scheme

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