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?
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