Governance and policies
At Cercarbono, governance is more than structure – it’s about openness and trust. Our framework combines independent oversight, technical expertise, and clear safeguards to make every stage of certification transparent, accountable, and continuously improving.
Governance model
Independent committees support the Board and executive team, bringing technical expertise and ensuring continuous improvement.
Methodology review and approvals
Methodology review and approvals Provides expert input into methodology design and ensure robust approval.
Regulatory compliance
Regulatory compliance Keeping standards aligned with evolving rules and legislation.
Market analysis
Market analysis Monitoring trends to strengthen programme development.
Tools and documentation
Tools and documentation Ensuring supporting guidance is accurate and accessible.
Sanctions
Sanctions Safeguarding integrity by addressing cases of non-compliance.
Policies and principles
Our governance framework ensures that Cercarbono’s values are upheld in practice. We translate integrity, accessibility, inclusion, and innovation into four guiding principles that underpin every decision we take:
Transparency
all key documents, methodologies, and processes are public and accessible.
Credibility
every credit is independently validated and verified.
Integrity
safeguards ensure projects avoid harm and contribute to climate and nature goals.
Accountability
clear processes for oversight, review, and sanctions keep our system fair and trustworthy.
Governance documents
Consultation and engagement
We recognise the importance of stakeholder input in shaping our standards and policies. Consultation and dialogue are built into our governance system: