The conditional contribution could allow an additional reduction of cumulative GHG emissions of 17.9% Compared to the business-as-usual scenario of around 3.5% by 2030. Implementation of the envisaged measures could also contribute to Benin s cumulative sequestration capacity compared to the business as usual scenario of 5 , 7% over the period 2021-2030 by reducing the annual rate of deforestation of natural forests by 41.7%.