What information is required when applying for hydropower project certification that exceeds the capacity threshold?

What information is required when applying for hydropower project certification that exceeds the capacity threshold?

The Project Developer shall provide the following additional information as part of the documentation to be reviewed:

  1. A Stakeholder Consultation Report, in accordance with the relevant Stakeholder Consultation and Engagement Requirements. For project activities involving existing dams (such as dams built for irrigation purposes), the stakeholder consultation shall include a site-visit by local stakeholders taking part in the consultation.
  1. A Compliance Report showing that the project is in compliance with the latest WCD guidelines, validated by a Gold Standard Validation and Verification Body (GS-VVB).