Vcs Standard V4.2 ((link)) -

[ ER_y = BE_y - PE_y - LE_y ]

Verra has updated the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program to version 4.2, introducing a new methodology development process and strengthening rules for AFOLU projects, including tighter deadlines and specific requirements for soil organic carbon. This update enhances project quality assurance and streamlines methodology development, while maintaining rigorous standards for carbon credit integrity. For more details, visit Verra Releases Updates to VCS Program vcs standard v4.2

: Developers must use approved VCS Methodologies to quantify emission reductions. [ ER_y = BE_y - PE_y - LE_y

4.2 Status: Active Date of Issue: [Insert Date, e.g., 15 March 2023] Supersedes: VCS Standard v4.1 Sectoral Scope: All (Agriculture, Energy, Forestry, Manufacturing, Waste, etc.) Governing Body: Verra etc.) Governing Body: Verra