Practically every country in the world has set a goal to reduce emissions within of the Paris Agreement . As part of their climate treaty obligations, they have also pledged to report regularly on their efforts. In the race to reduce fossil fuel consumption and preserve a carbon-rich country, it is imperative that governments understand the greenhouse gas flows that fall under their jurisdiction.  Without reliable reports, it will not be possible to know whether states are fulfilling their obligations under the Paris Agreement. Currently, many developing countries have limited emissions reporting capacity, despite efforts to build such capacity over two decades. The treaty therefore reaffirms the importance of providing developing countries – especially smaller and lower-income nations – with the money and technical support they need to accurately report their emissions. (DR CHISA UMEMIYA)