Methodology

This methodology aims presents a standardised approach to measure, certify and verify greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions for activities involves use of biofuels blending with fossil bunkers in sea vessels (as bunker fuels). The counterfactual scenario looks at GHG emissions from conventional fossil fuel traditionally used to power sea vessels. The typical project activity for this methodology – biofuel bunkering in sea vessels - includes all supply chain processes (from waste oil collection to loading the blended biofuel onto a vessel), measuring emissions from the entire supply chain of the biofuel and comparing that against the GHG emissions from the fossil fuel options for shipping transport. ...

This methodology is applicable to activities that introduce solar-powered light emitting diode (LED) lighting technologies to reduce or avoid greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by replacing fossil fuel-based lighting devices (e.g., kerosene wick lamps, hurricane lanterns, pressurized mantle lamps, diesel-powered lighting), candles, and/or inefficient dry-cell battery torches. The methodology applies to end-users in households, communities, and small commercial premises (e.g., shops, kiosks) located in areas with no grid connection or unreliable grid supply. However, the baseline service levels and emission caps for all non-residential installations are strictly limited to the residential household equivalent. ...

Methodology to quantify Emissions Reductions from the retrofit of energy efficiency measures in shipping. Used in conjunction with the GHG Emissions Reduction & Sequestration Product Requirements projects may be issued with carbon credits. ...

Methodology for projects seeking to quantify GHG Emissions Reductions from applying advanced hull coating activities. ...

Methodology for projects seeking to quantify GHG Emissions Reductions from installing flow improvement equipment on ships. Used in conjunction with the GHG Emissions Reduction & Sequestration Product Requirements projects may be issued with carbon credits. ...

This methodology quantifies the impact of projects which provide access to clean and safe water, particularly in developing countries using the Gold Standard Foundation’s Water Benefit Standard. ...

This methodology is specific to an adaptation of a particular planting method for sugarcane, which is part of the much more comprehensive package of practices known as the Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative (SSI). ...

Applicable to the project activities where captured carbon dioxide (CO2) from biomass fermentation is captured and permanently stored in geological storage. ...

GS4GG methodology "Carbon Sequestration through Accelerated Carbonation of Concrete Aggregate" has been revised and renamed as "Carbon mineralisation using reactive mineral waste". Methodology revision strengthens baseline setting and allows scope expansion of eligible mineral wastes. ...

"Leakage" refers to unintended greenhouse gas emissions that occur outside the project boundary as a result of the project activity. This standard ensures that projects do not simply shift emissions elsewhere (e.g., protecting a forest in one area causing deforestation in a neighboring area). ...

This document outlines the requirements for demonstrating additionality in GS4GG approved methodologies. It aligns with GS4GG Principle 5 - Financial Additionality & Ongoing Financial Need of the GS4GG Principles and Requirements. ...

This Standard document provides a comprehensive set of requirements for the development and assessment of methodologies under Gold standard for Global Goals. This document ensures alignment of GS4GG Core Principles – 1 & 4 with Article 6 of Paris Agreement (Rule, Modalities and Procedures (RMPs) - Article 6.4 (A6.4) and Article 6.2 Guidance). ...

This methodology applies to project activities that shift the mode of transport of urban passengers to mechanical bicycles, tricycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, or e-tricycles, by implementing related infrastructure in an urban area such as bicycle lanes, bicycle and e-scooter sharing programmes (through dock less bicycles or e-scooter sharing stations) and bicycle parking areas. This is an adaptation from the CDM approved methodology AMS.III.BM - Lightweight two and three wheeled personal transportation V2.0. ...

This methodology applies to activities that accelerate the permanent decommissioning of operational fossil-fuel electricity generators in decentralized energy contexts, including off-grid systems, unreliable grid environments, and captive generation, and replacing them with new renewable energy systems. Activities applying this methodology must also develop and implement a Just Transition plan, including measures to maintain or improve energy access and support communities affected. ...

Requirements and principles for integrating a Just Transition into activities certified under Gold Standard for the Global Goals (GS4GG). The document ensures that the transition towards a low-carbon economy is fair and inclusive, addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges in a comprehensive manner. ...

This methodology applies to activities that accelerate the permanent decommissioning of grid-connected coal-fired power plants, combined with the deployment of new grid-connected renewable energy generation to replace the retired capacity. Activities applying this methodology must develop and implement a Just Transition plan, including measures to protect workers and communities affected by plant closure. ...