What types of projects are eligible for GS certification?
Projects must meet the Gold Standard’s Principles and Requirements. To see a list of Gold Standard-certified projects, please refer to the Impact Registry. If you do not see your project type, please contact help@sustain-cert.com
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Are renewable energy projects from non-LDC countries still eligible for Gold Standard certification?
No. Starting on 24 January 2020, renewable energy projects are only eligible for Gold Standard certification if they are located in least developed countries (LDCs).
Are projects that store carbon in wooden building elements eligible for Gold Standard certification?
No. Afforestation and reforestation projects may be eligible, but avoiding deforestation (e.g. REDD+) is not.
Is my grid-connected renewable energy Programme of Activity (PoA) eligible for Gold Standard (GS) certification?
According to Renewable Energy Activity Requirements, version 1.2, paragraph 2.1.3; Grid-connected Renewable Energy projects, unless located in a Least Developed Country (LDC), Small Island Developing State (SIDS), or a Land-Locked Developing Country ...
Are non-renewable biomass projects eligible for Gold Standard certification?
No. Project activities making use of non-renewable biomass resources shall NOT be eligible for Gold Standard registration. Project developers shall, therefore, provide convincing evidence that the project activities make use of renewable biomass ...