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Over the last few days Gold Standard CEO Margaret Kim, Director of Marketing and Communications Jamie Ballantyne, and Senior Manager, Strategy Yuval Tchetchik have been in East Africa visiting cookstove projects that produce Gold Standard credits. About 28% of the global population cook over open fires. In Africa, that equates to nearly four in five Africans using wood and charcoal on inefficient stoves, or three stone fires. By replacing these with more efficient cooking methods, Ecosafi, the Better Cooking Company in Nairobi, and Simoshi Limited in Kampala, deliver both real climate impact, reducing the demand for wood for cooking, while also achieving vital health benefits and saving time and money for those using the stoves. Cookstove credits deliver wins for the climate, nature and people. Thanks to everyone at Ecosafi, the Better Cooking Company , and Simoshi Limited for hosting us and letting us see the amazing work you do in person.

Gold Standard’s Hugh Salway and Kavya Bajaj will attend this event, actively engaging with governments, project developers, and other stakeholders and discussing the future of carbon markets. Hugh will be participating in two key panels on Wednesday, 23rd October: 🕙 10:00-11:00 (Side Event 7) The Carbon Project Developer’s Perspective: Barriers and Opportunities for Scaling-Up the Supply of High-Quality Offsets 🕓 16:15-17:15 (Plenary 6) From Voluntary to Mandatory: The Use of Independent Crediting Programmes in Compliance Schemes Moderator: Björn Fondén – International Policy Advisor, IETA Speakers include: • Hugh Salway – Senior Director, Gold Standard • Kishor Rajhansa – Chief Operating Officer, Global Carbon Council • Nandini Bajaj – Manager, Carbon Markets, Qantas • Rajani Ranjan Rashmi – Member, ICAO TAB • Elisa de Wit – Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright 🔗 Register for ACS 2024 here - https://lnkd.in/eveux46a If you wish to connect with the Gold Standard team while you are there, please email events@goldstandard.org #ACS2024 #ClimateAction #CarbonMarkets #GoldStandard #Sustainability #AsiaClimateSummit

Our CEO Margaret Kim delivered the keynote speech on Day 3 of Carbon Forward 2024, which focused on “The Evolving Voluntary Carbon Market”. The day reflected on the state of the voluntary carbon market and the need for integrity, collaboration, and innovation in driving climate action.    Margaret highlighted the role the voluntary carbon market can play in fostering innovation and driving finance to high-risk, impactful projects that traditional investors might overlook. She said:    “The voluntary carbon market is a platform for innovation and pilots. It brought finance to those projects that would never be able to attract traditional investors.”    “A ton of carbon is not created equal, and there is a story behind every carbon credit. More children go to school, communities have better access to clean water and energy, health conditions improve, jobs are created, and forests are preserved. The impact goes beyond carbon.”    “Success is not only measured in tons of carbon reduced or removed, but also in families having basic services, improving livelihoods, and building a sustainable future.”    Thanks to Carbon Forward, Carbon Pulse and Redshaw Advisors Ltd advisers for organising.       #CarbonForward2024 #VoluntaryCarbonMarket #VCM  

We are seeking public comments on a newly developed methodology for implementing energy storage systems (ESS) in elevators, capturing regenerative energy to enhance energy efficiency. This methodology applies to both new and retrofitted elevators, providing a framework for quantifying emission reductions by utilising stored regenerative energy during operation. Your input is vital to ensure the methodology aligns with industry best practices and effectively promotes sustainable vertical transportation. Submit your comments by 13 November 2024, 17:59 CET: https://lnkd.in/euJT5ubg #SustainableDevelopment #EnergyEfficiency #VerticalTransportation #ClimateAction #GoldStandard

We are seeking public comments on a new document outlining the procedure for updating methodologies for Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) labelling of Gold Standard Verified Emission Reductions (VERs) within the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) framework. It provides detailed requirements and guidelines for project developers to ensure compliance with the latest ICVCM-approved methodologies and Gold Standard requirements.   This is an optional requirement that may be applied by project developers seeking CCP labelling of VERs.   Stakeholder input is crucial to ensure the procedure is comprehensive, practical, and aligned with industry best practices. The consultation aims to refine and improve the proposed methodology update process before its final implementation.   Visit the consultation page for more information: https://lnkd.in/gpaUMcqj   Consultation open until: 13 November 2024 at 17:59 (CET)

Dr Lokesh Chandra Dube, Gold Standard's Senior Manager for Standard Development and Innovation, was honoured to chair The “Preparing the Roadmap for a Successful Carbon Project in India” session at the Modern Energy Cooking Forum (MECF) 2024 in New Delhi. The session delved into: • Opportunities and risks in India’s compliance and voluntary carbon markets • The potential and challenges of scaling modern, clean cooking solutions In the event organised by Finovista, Dr Dube discussed how carbon dioxide emissions from residential, commercial, and institutional sectors are among the most significant contributors to India’s national greenhouse gas inventory. With low uncertainty levels, these sectors present clear targets for decarbonisation. He highlighted the importance of leveraging carbon revenues to finance clean cooking technologies, which is essential for reducing emissions and driving climate action. We thank the panellists for their invaluable insights and to all the participants for their active engagement in the event. #CarbonMarkets #CleanCooking #eCooking #Sustainability #Decarbonisation #MECF2024 #ClimateAction #India

Colombia will host the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) from 21 October to 1 November 2024 in Cali. This bi-annual event aims to set frameworks and commitments to conserve biodiversity, use it sustainably, and ensure equitable sharing of benefits from genetic resources. Under the theme “Peace with Nature,” COP16 calls for a deep reflection on improving our relationship with the environment and promoting economic models prioritising sustainability more than exploitation. Gold Standard will be represented at COP16 by: • Giancarlo Raschio, Senior Manager, Land Use & Forest • Laurel Constanti Crosby, Sustainable Finance and Innovation Officer They will attend from 21 to 25 October and are looking to connect with partners, organisations, and individuals working towards sustainable biodiversity solutions. If you’re attending and want to connect with the Gold Standard Team, contact us at events@goldstandard.org to schedule a meeting. 📅 For more information on COP16, visit the official website: https://www.cbd.int/cop/ #COP16 #Biodiversity #GoldStandard #GlobalGoals

Gold Standard is seeking experienced professionals to contribute to key climate finance initiatives in Fiji. These roles are central to advising, collecting, and analysing qualitative data to support climate action at both national and subnational levels. We invite you to apply if you have expertise in urban climate finance and a passion for driving meaningful impact. Positions Available: 1. Lead Urban Climate Finance Specialist 2. Associate Urban Climate Finance Specialist Location: Fiji (remote options available) Application Deadline: 21st Oct 2024, 16:59 (CET) In these roles, you will contribute to comprehensive research plans focused on urban climate finance, collaborating with a team to shape sustainable solutions for climate change mitigation. To apply, please send Caitlin Drake (caitlin.drake@goldstandard.org) a one-page cover letter detailing your interest in the role and your CV. Use the subject line: Lead/Associate Urban Climate Finance Specialist – Fiji. 🔗 Learn more about these roles and others here: https://lnkd.in/ewXFMJPQ

Gold Standard has started a pilot programme to test digital Measurement, Reporting and Verification (dMRV) solutions as part of its plans for end-to-end digitisation of climate and sustainable development impact certification. Running until October 2026, this pilot aims to enhance the accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of monitoring and reporting for carbon credits and sustainable development impacts. By streamlining how projects monitor and report on their greenhouse gas emissions, the pilot contributes to a more robust and efficient process for certifying impact data. Coupled with the SDG Impact Tool, these digital solutions will help project developers and verifiers contribute more effectively to global emission reduction and sustainable development goals – ultimately leading to more verified impact for the climate, nature and people. Projects participating will have the option of issuing credits more frequently through an “interim issuance track”, speeding up access to finance for project developers who want faster access to their credits than historic certification routes allow. Margaret Kim, CEO of Gold Standard, stated: “This pilot is another step on our journey to bring digital efficiencies to Gold Standard to enhance the integrity of impact data and ensure that benefits are delivered faster and more effectively.” Project developers interested in leading the digital transformation in carbon markets are encouraged to submit their proposals. 👉 Click here to learn more https://lnkd.in/ea4KVv4Y

Our recent webinar explored how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping carbon markets, with a spotlight on sustainable rice projects. If you missed it, the whole recording is now online for you to watch. In this session, we covered: - How AI is automating complex tasks in sustainable rice farming - Real-world results from our Vietnam project with support from IRRI and DFAT - The future potential of AI in carbon data collection and reducing costs 👥 Panellists: • David Hynes – Senior Manager, Capacity Development, Gold Standard • Clement ATZBERGER – Head of Research, Co-Founder, Mantle Labs • Neil Nooreyezdan – Carbon Project Analyst, Mantle Labs • Dr. Belen Marti-Cardona – Remote Sensing Scientist & Hydrological Modeller, Mantle Labs • Jon Pierre– CEO, Mantle Labs 📽️ Watch the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/ew2pVdcQ #AI #CarbonMarkets #Sustainability #GoldStandard #Innovation #ClimateTech