| Version | Released date | Document name |
|---|---|---|
| v.1.3 | 5.10.2023 | CURRENT DOCUMENT - SDG Impact Tool |
| v.1.2 | 15.06.2023 | 430_V1.2_IQ_SDG-Impact-tool.xlsx |
| v.1.1 | 25.04.2023 | 430_V1.1_IQ_SDG-Impact-tool.xlsx |
| v.1.0 | 14.12.2021 | 430_V1.0_IQ_SDG-Impact-Tool.xlsx |
Gold Standard is updating all existing methodologies to align with the principles of the Paris Agreement (PA). Non-Paris aligned methodologies will be retired, and PA-Aligned versions must be applied for all vintage 2026 issuances. Please read the full update here and associated FAQs.
Gold Standard Methodologies will be revised in accordance with the PA Alignment Schedule and prioritised based on usage. Paris aligned methodologies will be published on our Paris Agreement Alignment Documents page.
To leverage existing assessments, Gold Standard is actively following the UNFCCC process to republish CDM methodologies under Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM). If there are significant delays with PACM publication, Gold Standard will include and update any relevant methodologies within its workplan.
The excel-based standardised template to easily, clearly and transparently monitor SDG impact. From 13 March 2022, the SDG Impact Tools are a mandatory part of the project development cycle. You can find all the information you need to apply these tools in the SDG Impact Tool Featured Requirements page.
The fully digital SDG Impact tool is now ready and open for use by project developers, auditors and certification bodies.
For an overview of SDG Impact Tool related documents visit the SDG Impact Tools page under Featured Requirements.
Recorded 1 March 2022
| Asset name | Version | Released date |
|---|---|---|
| SDG Impact Tool Manual | 1.1 | 14.03.2022 |
| SDG Impact Tool webinar | 1.03.2022 |
| Document name | Version | Released date |
|---|---|---|
| Template – Proposal for Monitoring Indicator(s)for inclusion in the SDG Impact Tool | 2.0 | 15.12.2025 |