The Riverse Standard

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.

The standard

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.

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Methodologies

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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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)

Standard Advisory Board

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
Renaud Bettin

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
Fanny Fleuriot

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
Laura Beaulier

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 Masvigner
Raphaël Masvigner

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.

Technical Advisory Committee

Offers in-depth, sector-specific expertise to ensure the integrity and scientific rigor of the Riverse Standard's processes.

Dr Ammar Bensakhria
Dr Ammar Bensakhria
Expertise: Biochar & Bioenergies
UTC
Gilles Bourguignat
Gilles Bourguignat
Expertise: Bioenergies & waste management
Tréfly Conseil
Jean-Lucien Fonquergne
Jean-Lucien Fonquergne
Expertise: CCUS
New Mexico Mining Institute
Guilhem Pouillevet
Guilhem Pouillevet
Expertise: Regulations
Muxia

Current list of Riverse-accredited VVB

Validation and verification bodies are independent third party auditors in charge of validating and verifying Riverse Carbon Credits.

Verifavia

Verifavia

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Sectorial Scope:

global

KPMG

KPMG

Website

Sectorial Scope:

global

Finexfi

Finexfi

Website

Sectorial Scope:

Bioenergies(2) and BiCRS(3)

RSM FRANCE

RSM FRANCE

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Sectorial Scope:

Industrial circular economy(1), Bioenergies (2), BiCRS(3) and Construction(4)

Enviance

Enviance

Website

Sectorial Scope:

1.Industrial circular economy, 2.Bioenergies, 3.BiCRS and 4.Engineered Removals