Cercarbono is a voluntary carbon certification standard that provides a framework for registering Climate Change Mitigation Programs or Projects (CCMPs). It facilitates the certification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions and manages the registration of carbon credits generated by these initiatives.
The primary goal of Cercarbono is to promote and support climate change mitigation efforts across various economic sectors, enhancing the dynamics of the carbon market.
In partnership with EcoRegistry, a blockchain-based project registration platform, Cercarbono ensures the security, traceability, and transparency of projects throughout their entire lifecycle—including registration, validation, monitoring, verification, certification, issuance, and the utilization of credits.
Projects that aim to mitigate climate change by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions or enhancing carbon sequestration are obligated to undergo Cercarbono verification. This includes Climate Change Mitigation Programs or Projects (CCMPs) used for:
Undergoing Cercarbono verification is essential for projects seeking to register carbon credits and participate in carbon trading. The process validates that emission reductions are real, additional, and measurable. This not only fulfils regulatory requirements but also enhances the project's reputation among investors and stakeholders committed to sustainability and climate action.
In the carbon market, projects must undergo a series of stages to demonstrate that their design, development, and implementation have been thoroughly evaluated, and that any necessary corrective actions have been taken.
Here are the stages of the verification process:
The external body assigns auditors who are specifically trained and experienced in the project's type and sector to carry out the validation and verification processes. These processes ensure that the project meets all necessary standards and that the reported emission reductions are accurate and credible.
The standard relies on normative documents and tools—such as additionality assessments, alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and carbon buffering—and rigorously enforces these elements to ensure that programs and projects meet their mitigation targets. Through this approach, Cercarbono seeks to uphold the integrity of the voluntary carbon market.
Principles Considered in Climate Change Mitigation Programs or Projects (CCMPs):
Principles Considered in Carbon Credits:
Cercarbono's principles in project registration and carbon emissions certification add substantial value to projects registered under its standard. Additionally, companies benefit in two significant ways when verifying their projects through this scheme:
Applus+ Certification is a globally recognized, independent, and impartial body accredited by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Our highly qualified auditors are strategically located in over 20 countries, offering expertise across a wide range of accreditation fields. With more than a decade of experience, we have conducted over 3,000 projects in system management certification.
Accredited by the United Nations for Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) projects and approved by Cercarbono for validation and verification services, we have extensive experience in the following areas:
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