Nicaforest

Net additional climate benefit

Emissions reductions are calculated based on the difference between baseline, project, and leakage emissions. Pachama analyzes emissions claims to confirm that the project has a net additional climate benefit, and each credit represents at least one metric ton of carbon.

Baseline claims

Pachama analyzes baseline emissions accounting to confirm that the reported baseline emissions are less than what Pachama observes with remote sensing.

Project claims

Pachama assesses the project boundary, project emissions accounting, carbon inventory, and financial and legal additionality.

Leakage claims

Pachama summarizes the project's reported leakage emissions accounting.

Ongoing monitoring

Pachama quantifies emissions since the last verification to ensure the project continues to deliver a climate benefit.

Project risks

Pachama characterizes fire and other natural risks and summarizes buffer pool contributions.

Social impacts

If a project occurs on community-owned land, Pachama confirms the community is fully informed of the project activity and impact, consent is given without coercion, and a grievance and redress mechanism is in place.

Ecological impacts

For ARR projects, Pachama analyzes native species planting, species diversity, regional suitability, and reforestation practices.

Certifications

Pachama provides a summary of the project's awarded certifications.