REDD+ is a voluntary program that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation and forest degradation. The program, which stands for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation, was established under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) as a means of incentivizing forest conservation and sustainable management. The "+" in the acronym refers to the additional activities that can be included in the program, such as forest conservation, sustainable management of forests, and enhancement of forest carbon stocks. The program allows for the creation of carbon credits, which can be bought and sold on the international carbon market, providing a financial incentive for reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation.