We are thrilled to announce that the Riverse Standard has been endorsed by ICROA
The Riverse Standard has been endorsed by ICROA
The Riverse Standard outlines the criteria that projects must meet to achieve certification.
Our rules and methodologies are grounded in science, developed collaboratively with project developers, and adhere to the fundamental principles of carbon credit certification.
Documentation
Visit our Documentation Hub for detailed guidance, rules and structured approaches to all processes of our carbon standard and registry.
The Riverse Documentation Hub covers the essential rules and guidelines that govern our standard and registry across all methodologies and project types.
End date:
May 5, 2025
Riverse’s team of experts has been working on the development of a new methodology to certify state-of-the-art projects.
Here’s why this matters:
1. Huge Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) potential from ERWERW has gained momentum in recent years, with important climate-firms investing millions of $ into this technology to advance carbon removal projects (hi Just Climate!). The technique takes advantage of a natural process that permanently stores carbon, and accelerates it to reach the desired levels of removal. ERW is a growing and dynamic field, which cumulates:
💸 financial investments
💡 innovative projects and technologies
🧪 rapid scientific advances and consensus building work.
On that, special shoutout to Cascade Climate and their Foundations for Carbon Dioxide Removal Quantification in ERW Deployments report issued late last year!
2. Rigorous evaluation and key focus areas :In developing this methodology, we focused on:
-> Flexible project scope that allows for crediting period renewal, and multiple spreading events per project.
-> Stratification approach that groups similar fields into strata, and require one control plot per strata.
-> Spatial extrapolation option that allows for very low-density monitoring on sites that have met rigorous statistical requirements proving low-variability in CDR rates.
3. Transparency and collaborative development: At Riverse, we pride ourselves on our ethos of transparency and collaboration. We bring that approach to every new methodology we assess for addition to our platform, in addition to the accessibility and visibility inherent to this process itself. As we add methodologies, we will continue to prioritize transparency and collaboration in methodological development, as well as optimizations to the process of receiving, ingesting, and integrating feedback and input itself.
This link will take you the a webform where you can provide your input: https://tally.so/r/mZelYA
Public consultation is open until May 5th.
We seek to obtain feedback from stakeholders that can help us ensure we stay aligned with the most stringent requirements of integrity and quality in the voluntary carbon market.
To contact us directly write to: climate@riverse.io
The Riverse standard issues science-driven credits, signifying genuine CO2 that has either been prevented from entering or actively removed from the atmosphere. Beyond CO2 mitigation, we also ensure that projects deliver additional positive environmental and social impacts, without instigating any adverse effects. Our validation process mandates a scientific evaluation and quantification of the carbon reductions, from cradle-to-grave.
By updating and sharing our methodologies, we aim to ensure the highest integrity for projects.
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Description
This methodology covers projects producing biogas through anaerobic digestion. Most projects here use agricultural waste as a main input. This offers a low-impact energy alternative to fossil fuels, and allows for the circular use of agri-food waste.(Current version: v3.0)
This methodology, tailored to processes including pyrolysis and gasification, focuses on projects creating energy while simultaneously sequestering carbon in biochar (or bio-oil). Projects are usually optimized for producing one or the other, and either setup is eligible. (Current version: v1.0)
This methodology covers projects that refurbish electronic devices, extend their usable lifetime, reduce electronics waste and avoid production of new devices. The eligible device types include smartphones, tablets, laptops, desktop computers, and screens. (Current version: v2.1)
This methodology focuses on projects producing construction materials derived from renewable biological resources. Accounting for full life cycle emissions and biogenic carbon storage, it guides projects on precise removal calculations. (Current version: v2.2)
Provides strategic guidance, accepts or rejects changes to the Riverse Standard Rules and Procedures, and ensures Riverse’s activity is in line with its foundational mission
Renaud Bettin brings over 15 years of expertise in the carbon market to the Riverse Standard Advisory Board. His career began at GERES, managing the CO2Solidaire program and forging key relationships with institutions and corporations. At Carbone4, he deepened his expertise in carbon neutrality and carbon credits. Currently, he leads the climate action division at Sweep. Renaud's extensive experience in carbon markets and his skill in bridging projects, institutions, and corporations make him a vital asset to the board.
Fanny Fleuriot is an Energetic and Environmental Engineer. Her 12-year experience at ADEME, the French Agency for Ecological Transition, involved developing methodologies for climate change mitigation and adaptation, enhancing tools and practices for carbon accounting, and contributing to the Bilans GES Center and the Base Carbone®. As a French expert in the ISO, she was integral in the development of the ISO 14068 standard on carbon neutrality. Fanny's transition to a corporate climate strategy role further diversifies her expertise. Her comprehensive understanding of environmental engineering and carbon quantification methodologies plays a crucial role in guiding the board's decisions and strategies.
Laura Beaulier, originally a successful entrepreneur in the health sector, now is the CEO of Climate Dividends, a not-for-profit association focused on fostering investment in carbon mitigation solutions. Laura has in-depth expertise in decarbonization solutions, carbon finance, and methodology development. Climate Dividends accelerates ecological transition funding by quantifying carbon impacts and promoting investment in decarbonization. Laura's leadership in aligning environmental impact with financial systems makes her a key contributor to the Riverse Standard Advisory Board.
Raphaël Masvignier is a renowned expert in the circular economy, contributing his knowledge to various think tanks, advisory boards, and scientific committees in the sustainability field. As the co-founder of Circul'R, he plays a pivotal role in unlocking companies' potential in the circular economy to address climate change challenges. Raphaël's expertise, particularly in green technology and circular economy topics, adds significant depth and insight to the Riverse Standard Advisory Board.
Offers in-depth, sector-specific expertise to ensure the integrity and scientific rigor of the Riverse Standard's processes.
Validation and verification bodies are independent third party auditors in charge of validating and verifying Riverse Carbon Credits.
RSM FRANCE
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Sectorial Scope:
Industrial circular economy(1), Bioenergies (2), BiCRS(3) and Construction(4)
Enviance
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Sectorial Scope:
1.Industrial circular economy, 2.Bioenergies, 3.BiCRS and 4.Engineered Removals
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