carbon-credit-quality

Evaluate voluntary carbon market credits against ICVCM Core Carbon Principles.

Updated May 15, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/TerminalGambit/fof-impact-nature-skills --skill carbon-credit-quality

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Skill: carbon-credit-quality
Source: https://github.com/TerminalGambit/fof-impact-nature-skills/tree/main/carbon-credit-quality
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TerminalGambit/fof-impact-nature-skills --skill carbon-credit-quality

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill assesses the quality of carbon credits in the voluntary carbon market, ensuring environmental impact and compliance with industry standards.

Core Features & Use Cases

Carbon Credit Evaluation: Analyze and rate carbon credits against the ICVCM Core Carbon Principles.
Methodology and Registry Assessment: Evaluate the methodology used and the registry of issuance for credit quality.
Quality Questions: Run the five key quality questions (additionality, permanence, leakage, double counting, MRV) to assess credit validity.
Project-Type Specific Concerns: Calibrate the evaluation for different types of projects (e.g., forestry, agriculture, renewable energy).
Co-benefits Assessment: Assess biodiversity, community, and water benefits.
Rating Agency Cross-Reference: Incorporate public ratings from recognized agencies for a more comprehensive view.
Use Case: When analyzing potential investments in carbon credits or verifying the quality of credits used in a portfolio.

Quick Start

Use the 'carbon-credit-quality' skill to assess the quality of carbon credits from the project 'ProjectX'.

Frequently Asked Questions about carbon-credit-quality

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How do I evaluate the quality of voluntary carbon market credits?▼

Assess carbon credit additionality, permanence, leakage, double counting, and MRV against ICVCM Core Carbon Principles. This includes reviewing the methodology, registry, project-type concerns, and cross-referencing public rating agencies.

What are the key checks for carbon credit additionality and permanence?▼

Key checks for carbon credit additionality and permanence validate that reductions would not occur without the project and ensure long-term carbon storage. These are core components of the ICVCM Core Carbon Principles assessment.

Can I assess carbon credits for different project types like forestry and renewable energy?▼

You can assess carbon credits for different project types like forestry and renewable energy by calibrating the evaluation to project-type specific concerns. This ensures the quality assessment accurately reflects unique project characteristics.

How do I verify carbon credit co-benefits for biodiversity and community impact?▼

Verify carbon credit co-benefits for biodiversity and community impact through a dedicated assessment phase within the quality evaluation. This process checks environmental and social benefits alongside core carbon accounting principles.

Does carbon credit quality assessment cross-reference public rating agencies?▼

Carbon credit quality assessment incorporates public ratings from recognized agencies to provide a comprehensive view of credit validity. This cross-reference ensures the evaluation aligns with external benchmark assessments.

What are the limitations of evaluating carbon market compliance using ICVCM principles?▼

Evaluating carbon market compliance using ICVCM principles is limited to voluntary carbon market credits and relies on available registry data and public rating cross-references. It does not cover regulatory compliance markets or undisclosed project data.