《朝鲜月刊》 ， 第二卷 ， 第 2 期 ， 2011 年 3 月

DPRK Business Monthly: Volume II, Issue 2, March 2011

International DPRK Offering Carbon Credits

• Objective: North Korea aims to earn hard currency through the sale of UN-backed carbon offsets from hydropower projects.
• Process: These offsets are part of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), allowing developing countries like North Korea to earn tradable carbon credits for emissions reductions from clean-energy projects.
• Initiator: The Hanns Seidel Foundation of Germany is acting as a mediator between the DPRK government and UN-approved verification agency TUV Nord.
• First Attempt: North Korea seeks approval for three hydro power plants, each around 7-8 megawatts in capacity.
• Verification: TUV Nord intends to verify hydropower dams in North Korea post-pre-registration with UNFCCC via its Beijing branch.

DPRK's Interest in Biomass Power Generation

• Inclusion: North Korea shows interest in biomass power generation projects under the CDM.
• Requirements: Public disclosure of energy consumption, generation data, and energy linked to hydro projects will be necessary upon approval.

Energy Challenges and Opportunities

• Power Shortages: Persistent power shortages in North Korea due to US and UN embargoes.
• Opportunity for International Engagement: Potential for international collaboration and investment in energy projects.

North Korean Bureau Request

• Initiative: The Associated Press (AP) has requested permission to open a bureau in Pyongyang.
• Purpose: To provide an objective and truthful depiction of events in North Korea.

Delegation to the US

• Objective: A 12-member delegation visits the US to study Western economic theories and systems.
• Purpose: Exploration of economic cooperation possibilities with the US.

US Approval of North Korean Beer Import

• Authorization: The US government has authorized the import of North Korean beer.
• Market Entry: The first batch is expected to be available this summer.

China's Use of Rason Port

• Transportation: China has used North Korea's Rason port to transport coal from Jilin Province to major coastal cities.
• Logistical Benefits: Reduces costs and distance compared to previous overland routes.

DPRK Economic Delegation in New York

• Context: Occurring amidst discussions on potential US food aid and former President Jimmy Carter's diplomatic efforts.
• Activities: Expected to include seminars, visits to media firms, and Wall Street.

Demystifying Work in North Korea

• Overview: Provides insights into the operations and challenges of conducting business in North Korea, highlighting recent developments and opportunities.