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Verra - Standards for a Sustainable Future
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Verra catalyzes measurable #climateaction and #sustainabledevelopment outcomes by driving large-scale investment to projects.
Verra seeks independent experts to review a new methodology for savanna fire management under the Verified Carbon Standard Program. Focus: emissions avoidance & carbon sequestration. Proposals due by Dec 16, 2025. More info: bit.ly/44vHq9U #CarbonManagement #ClimateAction
November 26, 2025 at 12:40 AM
🌿 Starting January 1, 2026, Verra opens the Nature Framework certification to all projects under the SD VISta Program! Complete the Expression of Interest form by January 31, 2026, to begin. Join us in driving conservation and restoration efforts. 🌍 #NatureConservation ➡️ Learn more:
Verra to Open Nature Framework Certification Process Widely - Verra
On January 1, 2026, Verra will open the Nature Framework certification process to all projects. This signals the full operationalization of the Nature Framework, an asset methodology under the…
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November 22, 2025 at 12:06 AM
✅ The ICVCM has approved VCS methodologies VM0048 and VMD0055 for Avoiding Unplanned Deforestation under the JNR Framework. These methods enhance project-level accounting with cutting-edge data. 🌍 #CarbonMarket #REDD+
ICVCM Clarifies Approval of Verra’s Jurisdictional and Nested REDD+ Framework to Include Scenario 1 - Verra
The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) (external) has clarified that Scenario 1 is included in its approval of Verra’s Jurisdictional and Nested REDD+ (JNR) Framework as…
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November 21, 2025 at 12:21 AM
🌍 Public Comment Period Now Open! 🌍 Projects in Argentina, Azerbaijan, and more are tackling carbon and plastic waste. Collectively, they aim to reduce 3.3M tCO2e annually and recycle 8,000+ tonnes of plastic. Share your feedback and help shape a sustainable future!
Projects Open for Public Comment: November 17, 2025 - Verra
The public comment periods for the following projects opened during the week of November 10.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Singapore's NCCS, Gold Standard, and Verra have released the final Article 6.2 Crediting Protocol. This streamlines the use of carbon credits to meet NDCs, promoting consistent global climate action. 🌍 #ClimateAction #CarbonMarkets
Singapore, Gold Standard, and Verra Publish Article 6.2 Crediting Protocol
Keeping forests standing is one of the most readily accessible and cost-effective ways to fight climate change. Verra has always held that REDD+ is a critical component of addressing climate change,…
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November 13, 2025 at 4:44 PM
🌳 Verra introduces VT0015, a tool to quantify carbon dioxide removals and greenhouse gas reductions in IFM projects. It supports methodologies like VM0003 and VM0005, aiding in validation and verification. Learn more: bit.ly/3JJDStM #CarbonMarkets #IFM
November 13, 2025 at 12:56 AM
✈️ ICAO has approved Verra’s Verified Carbon Standard Program for CORSIA's second phase (2027–2029), boosting carbon credits to combat aviation emissions. This reaffirms VCS as a top-tier carbon credit program. ✅ #CarbonMarkets #Aviation bit.ly/4hPFG0K
November 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
🌍 Public Comment Period Open! 🌍 Projects in Brazil, China, Colombia, Germany, India, and Indonesia seek your feedback. Activities include land-use management and reforestation, aiming to cut 2,833,604 tCO2e annually. Share your thoughts to shape these initiatives! 🌱 projects: bit.ly/43gdBtw
November 10, 2025 at 4:29 PM
"REDD Has Never Been Easy, But It’s Too Important to Not Make It Work" 🌳🌎 Protecting forests is crucial for combating climate change. Our new REDD methodology, VM0048, enhances this effort. Approved by ICVCM, it's a game-changer for sustainable futures. #ClimateAction bit.ly/3LoSFdH
November 6, 2025 at 4:44 PM
👏 Big congrats to Thiago Picolo's team at re.green for winning the 2025 #Earthshot Prize in "Protect and Restore Nature"! 🌳 Their work in using carbon finance to safeguard a million hectares of Atlantic Forest is inspiring. Keep up the great work! #ClimateAction earthshotprize.org/news/the-ear...
re.green – We're doing it.
re.green + Nestlé: 3.3 million native trees in the Atlantic Forest to restore cocoa and coffee landscapes
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November 6, 2025 at 4:23 PM
✈️ Verra advances in making 2021 VCUs eligible under CORSIA. With finalized insurance criteria and a new CORSIA Accounting Representation Deed, backed credits can carry a CORSIA label. Awaiting ICAO reassessment for the 2027-2029 phase. More details soon! #CarbonMarkets #Aviation
Verra Approaches Full Operationalization of CORSIA Eligibility - Verra
Verra has taken the following key steps towards fully operationalizing CORSIA-eligible labels in the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program for VCUs from 2021 onward.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:56 AM
🤝 Congrats to The Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets for their Shared Principles & Plan of Action! High-integrity carbon markets are key to driving climate action. Let's channel investment into climate-positive growth. 🌍 Explore more: coalitiontogrowcarbonmarkets.org #ClimateAction
The Coalition - To Grow Carbon Markets
The Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets is a government-led initiative to strengthen high-integrity corporate demand for carbon credits.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:40 AM
➡️ Last chance to give feedback on VM0041 Methodology revision for reducing methane from ruminants using feed ingredients, v3.0! Open until Nov 7. Help advance sustainable livestock management. More info: bit.ly/43cqrJ9 #ClimateAction #Methane
November 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
🌍 Public Comment Period Open! 🌍 Projects in Brazil, China, Indonesia, Madagascar, and Nigeria are set to reduce 1,088,564 tCO2e annually and recycle 32,242 tonnes of plastic. Share your thoughts and shape the future! Learn more: bit.ly/4oLZfte #ClimateAction #Verra
November 4, 2025 at 12:34 AM
💧 Verra's VMR0015 revises AMS-III.AV. for low GHG-emitting water purification systems, promoting safe drinking water while reducing biomass or fossil fuel use. Projects under AMS-III.AV., v9.0 must validate by May 1, 2026. Learn more: bit.ly/4qHAYGA #SafeDrinkingWater #CarbonMarkets
November 3, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Verra CEO Mandy Rambharos and team head to São Paulo next week! Before COP30 in Belém, we're engaging with partners and stakeholders, focusing on regional action and carbon finance. Excited to support high-integrity climate action. #ClimateAction #CarbonMarkets
October 31, 2025 at 11:06 PM
🌎 Protecting forests like the Amazon is crucial for combating climate change. Our thought piece delves into Verra’s new REDD methodology (VM0048), exploring its development and implementation. Discover more about its impact on forest conservation. Read here: bit.ly/3LoSFdH #ForestConservation
October 31, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Verra’s digitalization effort continues with the digital release of VM0049 Carbon Capture and Storage methodology on the Verra Project Hub. This enhances project registration, boosts carbon credit generation, and supports CDRs. Dive into the future of carbon markets! #CarbonCapture
Verra Digitalizes CCS Methodology
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October 27, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Verra is going digital! Starting November 1, 2025, all project review reports will be processed through the Verra Project Hub, enhancing efficiency and security. This is a big step towards full digitalization. Learn more: bit.ly/4ores2w #Digitalization #ClimateAction
October 23, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Join Verra at @trellisgroup.bsky.social Impact 2025! 🌿 Our team, including Scott Greenberg and Sinclair Vincent, will dive into evolving client experiences and insetting in supply chains. Let's connect! Visit Verra's booth or email [email protected]. #ClimateAction verra.org/events/trell...
October 23, 2025 at 7:04 PM
📢 Last chance to give feedback on the draft Module for CO2 Capture from Acid Gas Removal in Natural Gas Processing Plants in the VCS Program! 🗓️ Verra's public consultation ends October 29. Don't miss out! 🔗 More info: bit.ly/4gJY2zG #CarbonCredits #ClimateAction
October 23, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Join the revolution with TIST: smallholder farmers in Africa are creating climate-resilient communities. From mahogany trees in India to mangrove conservation in Pakistan, global initiatives are leading the way. #ClimateAction #Sustainability
October 22, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Verra reminds project proponents using the VCS Program's VM0042 methodology to ensure soil data meets a 30 cm sampling depth for model inputs or measured values in assessing SOC stock changes. The top 30 cm is crucial for evaluating land management impacts. More info: bit.ly/471eaK2 #CarbonMarkets
Reminder: Depth Requirements for Using Soil Carbon Data in VM0042 Projects
Verra wishes to remind proponents of projects using Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program methodology VM0042 Improved Agricultural Land Management that they must use soil data that meets the minimum…
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October 22, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Verra's updated VM0042 v2.2 methodology supports better alignment with Core Carbon Principles. It now includes improved guidelines for baseline scenarios and emission factors. Version 3.0 is on the horizon with a public consultation soon! #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction
October 21, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Join our final stakeholder update webinar of 2025 on Wednesday, October 22, at 11:00 am ET! Discover updates on the Verified Carbon Standard Program, REDD methodology, Scope 3 launch, and more. Don't miss it! Register now: bit.ly/4n0JSfk #ClimateAction #Verra
October 20, 2025 at 11:34 PM