Carbon projects: credibility starts with evidence

Baseline, additionality, data monitoring, verification and co-benefits should be considered from project scoping.

Define what actually changes

The project must explain the no-intervention situation and the difference attributable to funded activities.

Responsibilities, methods, collection frequency, quality controls and evidence should be defined before data becomes difficult to reconstruct.

Local employment, energy access, reduced forest pressure or improved services can strengthen project value when effects are rigorously measured.