Deviation
How do I apply for a project extension?
When seeking extensions, the project developer shall demonstrate with evidence (such as public statements from relevant authorities on travel restrictions) that the project submission is affected due to COVID-19. For example, the project must be able ...
I have a suggestion on alternative measures and means to support Gold Standard projects. Who should I contact?
The Gold Standard encourages all stakeholders, including project developers, Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs), practitioners and other interested parties to send suggestions on alternative measures and means that can be used to facilitate ...
How long will Gold Standard’s COVID-19 Interim Measures be in place?
Interim Measures aim to provide flexibility with different steps of the Gold Standard certification cycle without compromising the quality and rigour of the Standard. Interim measures will be in place globally until 1st September, 2020 and may be ...
Why has Gold Standard implemented COVID-19 Interim Measures?
Due to COVID -19 outbreak and subsequent travel restrictions announced by many countries, Gold Standard recognises the associated challenges for projects, developers and Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs). Gold Standard is committed to support ...
If the stakeholder feedback round cannot be held due to COVID-19, must it be rescheduled?
Yes. In cases where stakeholder meetings have been postponed, the project shall conduct the physical meetings and stakeholder feedback round before the project is submitted for Gold Standard design review. Relevant comments received on the project ...
What happens if COVID-19 has affected our current monitoring plan?
The project developer may seek deviations from the registered monitoring plan on a case-by-case basis for the interim period. One approach is the alternative monitoring approach. The project developer may propose an alternative monitoring ...
Can our project deviate from the current monitoring plan outside of the Interim Measures period?
No. The project developer can only request any of the above deviations for monitoring during the period of the Interim Measures.
How do I submit a monitoring plan deviation request?
The project developer can only request any of the above deviations for monitoring during the period of the Interim Measures. The project developer shall submit the deviation request before the end of the validity period of interim measures. The ...