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    Primary activity : RetailerCarbon offset retailers either fund or purchase carbon offsets in large quantities and then on sell them to individual consumers in smaller quantities.    Price (per tonne CO2e) : AU$0 - AU$30

    Summary

    AGL's view on the role of carbon offsets in addressing climate change

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    Summary

    Role in the Carbon Offset Market
    [Q1]Retailer
    Main client base
    [Q3]Compliance customers and wholesale customers

    Offset Products

    Offset Products

    Price(s) per tonne
    [Q17]AU$0 - AU$30
    Project Type(s)
    [Q23]- Methane landfill
    - Biomass
    Project Location(s)
    [Q27]- Domestic
    Are offsets packaged with other services (such as footprinting, carbon neutrality etc)?
    [Q10]Yes

    [Find out more about project types]

    Offset Quality

    Offset Quality

    Organisation is licensed to provide financial advice (or to be an authorised representative in providing financial advice) in the context of brokerage of carbon commodities
    [Q23a]Information not provided
    Offsets generated and sold by AGL
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    - Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010. Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.
    How does your organisation calculate the amount and price of carbon offset required by customers?
    [Q10]- Customer’s online data input about flights, car usage, electricity consumption etc. (i.e. online only service)
    - Personal contact from clients with specific needs for type of offset and tonnage
    - Personal contact from customers wanting the service of carbon footprinting and (generic) offset purchase to achieve carbon neutrality
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35] - n/a
    Do you provide quality assurance or technical documentation on your web site or on request?
    [Q16]

    http://www.agl.com.au/sustainability/Pages/AGL-and-the-environment.aspx

    Is your organisation audited by an independent third party for the sale and retirement of offsets and / or RECs?
    [Q16b]Information not provided
    Does your organisation supply National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) or NCOS compliant abatement to customers from 1st July 2010?
    [Q18] No
    [Q19]
    What evidence of purchase can customers expect to receive when buying carbon offsets from your organisation?
    - Certificate for amount of offset purchased
    - Certificate of Transfer/Ownership
    - Serial numbers to identify offset units purchased
    - Tax Invoice
    What documentation is available to customers about the carbon offset project/s as part of the education and quality assurance process?
    [Q22]- Validation Report – From the Relevant Standard


    [Find out more about issues relating to offsetting]
    [Find out more about Certification Standards]

    Resources

    Resources

    Do you provide a carbon footprint calculation service for your customers?
    [Q12]- Yes, our own online calculator
    - Yes, personalised assessment
    Carbon calculation - methodology, standards or guidelines
    [Q13]- NGA FactorsThe National Greenhouse Accounts (NGA) Factors is an Australian guide to emission factors from a range of sectors that is used by companies to calculate greenhouse gases. It is prepared by the Department of Climate Change and replaces the AGO Factors & Methods Workbook. For more information, see here.
    - GHG ProtocolThe Greenhouse Gas Protocol. The GHG Protocol is an international accounting tool for government and business to understand, quantify, and manage greenhouse gas emissions. It has been developed by a partnership between the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and provides an internationally accepted accounting framework for GHG standards and programs, as well as inventories prepared by individual companies.
    - ISO 14000ISO 14000 is a set of international standards, which provide a framework for the development of an environmental management system (EMS) and supporting audit programs. The ISO 14000 series are intended to help organisations comply with applicable laws, regulations and requirements and to continually improve on their environmental performance.
    - AGL's Carbon Calculator was developed in conjunction with Professor Allan Pears and Future Climate
    Do you apply National Greenhouse Accounts Factors full fuel cycle emissions conversion factors to calculate customer emissions?
    [Q14]- Yes
    In your calculation of customer emissions which of the 6 Kyoto Protocol greenhouse gases do you include?
    [Q15]- Carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomassBiomass is non-fossilized and organic biodegradable material that can be used as fuel or for industrial production. Most commonly, biomass refers to plant matter grown for use as Biofuels, but it also includes plant or animal matter used for production of fibres, chemicals or heat. Biomass may also include biodegradable wastes that can be burnt as fuel. , as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature.
    - MethaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWPGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of 21.
    - Nitrous oxideAgriculture accounts for the majority of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in Australia, The transport sector also contributes to emissions of N2O. N2O has a high global warming potentialGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of about 310 times that of CO2A greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature..it breaks down very slowly – over about 120 years
    - HydrofluorocarbonsMajor releases of HFCs are from leakageIn relation to carbon offsets, leakage is the direct or indirect increase in GHG emissions from a greenhouse gas reduction project, which is also measurable and attributable to the project. from refrigeration equipment during operation and its end-of-life destruction. Minor releases arise from the use of HFC-containing aerosols, air conditioners and metered dose inhalers.HFCs have very high global warming potentials (140 to 11,700 times that of carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature.).
    - PerfluorocarbonsMost emissions of PFCsMost emissions of PFCs in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxide). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years). in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature.). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years).
    Other carbon management services
    [Q11]- Footprinting services
    - Advisory services
    - Scoping customer emissions
    - Auditing
    - Emissions reductionA measurable reduction in the level of greenhouse gases being emitted by a country, state, organisation or individual. products and services e.g. sale of energy efficient products
    - Emissions monitoring
    - Measuring and reporting services for carbon abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. projects

    [Find out more about carbon offsetting]

    Projects

    Project Information

    Kincumber Landfill Gas Generation System | NSW NSW Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | Landfill GasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. Extraction and Generation System


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Prices provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | NSW
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Information not supplied

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2008
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- No
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based on the vintage of the certificates
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- NSW GGASNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. Registry
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Registry transaction screenshot view
    - Tax Receipt
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Woy Woy Landfill Gas Generation System | NSW NSW Methane landfill Greenhouse Friendly (GHF) NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | Landfill GasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. Extraction and Generation Project.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Price provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | NSW
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Information not supplied

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2008
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010. Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.
    - NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- No
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based on Certificate Vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- NSW GGASNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. Registry
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Registry transaction screenshot view
    - Tax Receipt
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Wingfield 1 & Wingfield 2 Landfill Gas Power Plant | SA SA Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by AGL | Landfill GasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. Generation


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Prices provided upon request


    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- No

    Pedler Creek Landfill Gas Power Plant | SA SA Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by AGL | Landfill GasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. Generation


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Various


    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- No

    Clayton & Springvale Landfill Gas Generation | VIC VIC Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by AGL | Landfill GasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. Generation


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Price provided upon request


    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- No

    Broadmeadows LFG Generating System | VIC VIC Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by AGL | Landfill GasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. Generation


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Price provided upon request


    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- No

    Wagga Wagga (Gregadoo) Landfill Gas Project | WA WA Methane landfill Greenhouse Friendly (GHF)

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | AGL built, owns and operates a landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. extraction and combustion system at Wagga Wagga, NSW. It is a traditional landfillA hole in the ground where domestic waste and waste products from industry are put and covered with soil. gas flaring project where the landfill gas is captured and flared. By flaring landfill gas and converting it to carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomassBiomass is non-fossilized and organic biodegradable material that can be used as fuel or for industrial production. Most commonly, biomass refers to plant matter grown for use as Biofuels, but it also includes plant or animal matter used for production of fibres, chemicals or heat. Biomass may also include biodegradable wastes that can be burnt as fuel. , as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature., the environmental impact of waste gas can be significantly reduced. Where possible, AGL installs electricity generators that use the waste gas as a fuel. Electricity produced in this way actually reduces greenhouse gas emissions.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Price provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | WA
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] About 9,000 each year.

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2002
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010. Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- No
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based on Abatement Vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010.

    Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.     Program Administrator tracks verified emission reductions (VERsVerified Emission Reductions or Voluntary Emissions Reductions are tradable credits for greenhouse emission reduction activities generated to meet voluntary demand for carbon credits by organisations and individuals wanting to offset their own emissions. VERs can be generated from projects to which a range of circumstances might apply, including:

    - are either based in a country that has not ratified the Kyoto Protocol (e.g. USA) or does not have the infrastructure to support CDM project development;

    - have not yet been registered under the CDM;

    - fall outside the scope of the CDM;

    - are too small to warrant the costs of CDM approval;

    - are specifically developed for the voluntary market.    ) internally
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Tax Receipt
    - Certificate (with individualised Serial Number/s of abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. to cross check at a later date)
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Whittlesea Landfill Gas Project | VIC VIC Methane landfill Greenhouse Friendly (GHF)

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | AGL built, owns and operates a landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. extraction and combustion system at South Morang, Victoria under an agreement with the City of Whittlesea Council. It is a traditional landfillA hole in the ground where domestic waste and waste products from industry are put and covered with soil. gas flaring project. By flaring landfill gas and converting it to carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomassBiomass is non-fossilized and organic biodegradable material that can be used as fuel or for industrial production. Most commonly, biomass refers to plant matter grown for use as Biofuels, but it also includes plant or animal matter used for production of fibres, chemicals or heat. Biomass may also include biodegradable wastes that can be burnt as fuel. , as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature., the environmental impact of waste gas can be significantly reduced. Where possible, AGL installs electricity generators that use the waste gas as a fuel. Electricity produced in this way actually reduces greenhouse gas emissions.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Prices provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | VIC
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Approx. 8,000 per annum

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2000
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010. Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- Yes
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based of abatement vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010.

    Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.     Program Administrator tracks verified emission reductions (VERsVerified Emission Reductions or Voluntary Emissions Reductions are tradable credits for greenhouse emission reduction activities generated to meet voluntary demand for carbon credits by organisations and individuals wanting to offset their own emissions. VERs can be generated from projects to which a range of circumstances might apply, including:

    - are either based in a country that has not ratified the Kyoto Protocol (e.g. USA) or does not have the infrastructure to support CDM project development;

    - have not yet been registered under the CDM;

    - fall outside the scope of the CDM;

    - are too small to warrant the costs of CDM approval;

    - are specifically developed for the voluntary market.    ) internally
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Tax Receipt
    - Certificate (with individualised Serial Number/s of abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. to cross check at a later date)
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Werribee Sewage Gas Generating System | VIC VIC Biomass NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | These facilities help to reduce greenhouse gasesGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto ProtocolAn international agreement linked to the UNFCCC and sharing its aim of stabilising atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases, but requiring separate ratification by governments. The Kyoto Protocol, among other things, sets binding targets for the reduction of greenhouse-gas emissions by industrialized countries. It entered into force for ratifying countries in February 2006 and commits developed nations to collectively cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2 per cent of 1990 levels by 2012. Came into force in Australia on 11 March 2008. lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature. (CO2), methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. (CH4), nitrous oxideAgriculture accounts for the majority of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in Australia, The transport sector also contributes to emissions of N2O. N2O has a high global warming potential of about 310 times that of CO2.it breaks down very slowly – over about 120 years (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbonsMajor releases of HFCs are from leakage from refrigeration equipment during operation and its end-of-life destruction. Minor releases arise from the use of HFC-containing aerosols, air conditioners and metered dose inhalers.HFCs have very high global warming potentials (140 to 11,700 times that of carbon dioxide).), PFCsMost emissions of PFCs in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxide). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years). (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a man-made chemical. The major sources of SF6 release include leakage from electrical switchgear, from magnesium smelting processes and use in semiconductor manufacture. It has by far the highest global warming potential (23,900 times that of carbon dioxide), however it is only released in relatively small amounts.). by capturing and destroying methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWPGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of 21. . AGL built, owns and operates a 7.8 MW biogas generation facility at the Werribee Sewage Plant in Victoria. The sewage treatment process produces methane which is collected and used to generate renewable power.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Prices provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | VIC
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] More than 200,000 annually.

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2006
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- There is no standard ‘crediting period’ as such for GGAS. Accreditation is maintained by complying with various ongoing requirements such as annual reporting, periodic auditing etc.
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- Yes
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based on Certificate Vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- NSW GGASNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. registry
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We transfer the abatement into the clients name to retire at their convenience
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Registry transaction screenshot view
    - Certificate (with individualised Serial Number/s of abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. to cross check at a later date)
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Shoalhaven City Council landfill gas extraction and generation | NSW NSW Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | These facilities help to reduce greenhouse gasesGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto ProtocolAn international agreement linked to the UNFCCC and sharing its aim of stabilising atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases, but requiring separate ratification by governments. The Kyoto Protocol, among other things, sets binding targets for the reduction of greenhouse-gas emissions by industrialized countries. It entered into force for ratifying countries in February 2006 and commits developed nations to collectively cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2 per cent of 1990 levels by 2012. Came into force in Australia on 11 March 2008. lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature. (CO2), methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. (CH4), nitrous oxideAgriculture accounts for the majority of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in Australia, The transport sector also contributes to emissions of N2O. N2O has a high global warming potential of about 310 times that of CO2.it breaks down very slowly – over about 120 years (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbonsMajor releases of HFCs are from leakage from refrigeration equipment during operation and its end-of-life destruction. Minor releases arise from the use of HFC-containing aerosols, air conditioners and metered dose inhalers.HFCs have very high global warming potentials (140 to 11,700 times that of carbon dioxide).), PFCsMost emissions of PFCs in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxide). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years). (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a man-made chemical. The major sources of SF6 release include leakage from electrical switchgear, from magnesium smelting processes and use in semiconductor manufacture. It has by far the highest global warming potential (23,900 times that of carbon dioxide), however it is only released in relatively small amounts.). by capturing and destroying methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWPGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of 21. . AGL built, owns and operates a landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. extraction and generation facility at Shoalhaven City Council's Recycling and Waste Depot in West Nowra, NSW. The 1 MW facility is capable of providing enough power for the needs of around 1,200 households.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Prices provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | NSW
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Around 23,000 annually.

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2002
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- Yes
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based on certificate vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- NSW GGASNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. Registry
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Registry transaction screenshot view
    - Tax Receipt
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Rockingham Landfill Gas Project | WA WA Methane landfill Greenhouse Friendly (GHF)

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | These facilities help to reduce greenhouse gasesGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto ProtocolAn international agreement linked to the UNFCCC and sharing its aim of stabilising atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases, but requiring separate ratification by governments. The Kyoto Protocol, among other things, sets binding targets for the reduction of greenhouse-gas emissions by industrialized countries. It entered into force for ratifying countries in February 2006 and commits developed nations to collectively cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2 per cent of 1990 levels by 2012. Came into force in Australia on 11 March 2008. lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature. (CO2), methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. (CH4), nitrous oxideAgriculture accounts for the majority of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in Australia, The transport sector also contributes to emissions of N2O. N2O has a high global warming potential of about 310 times that of CO2.it breaks down very slowly – over about 120 years (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbonsMajor releases of HFCs are from leakage from refrigeration equipment during operation and its end-of-life destruction. Minor releases arise from the use of HFC-containing aerosols, air conditioners and metered dose inhalers.HFCs have very high global warming potentials (140 to 11,700 times that of carbon dioxide).), PFCsMost emissions of PFCs in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxide). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years). (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a man-made chemical. The major sources of SF6 release include leakage from electrical switchgear, from magnesium smelting processes and use in semiconductor manufacture. It has by far the highest global warming potential (23,900 times that of carbon dioxide), however it is only released in relatively small amounts.). by capturing and destroying methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWPGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of 21. . AGL built, owns and operates a landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. extraction and generation system at Rockingham City Council's Millar Road Waste Disposal Facility in Baldivis, Western Australia. The 2.1 MW facility is capable of supplying enough electricity to power more than 2,600 homes.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Price provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | WA
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Approx. 48,000 per annum.

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jun 2003
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010. Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- Yes
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based on abatement vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- Greenhouse FriendlyGreenhouse Friendly 'The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative has been operating since 2001 to certify carbon neutral products and services and approve abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market, including to Greenhouse Friendly™ certified product and service providers. Introduction of the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (the Scheme) has implications for Greenhouse Friendly™. The Scheme will have broad sectoral coverage, which means there will be less scope to pursue offset activities with offsets limited to emissions sources uncovered by the Scheme. This means the Scheme will impact on the types of abatement that can be provided, because abatement in sectors covered by the Scheme will no longer be additional to “business as usual”. For these reasons Greenhouse Friendly™ will wind up on 1 July 2010.

    Greenhouse Friendly™ certification of carbon neutral products and services will continue to operate until 1 July 2010. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. Abatement may be generated by current Greenhouse Friendly™ abatement providers up to 1 July 2010, and may still be sold and purchased after that date.     Program Administrator tracks verified emission reductions (VERsVerified Emission Reductions or Voluntary Emissions Reductions are tradable credits for greenhouse emission reduction activities generated to meet voluntary demand for carbon credits by organisations and individuals wanting to offset their own emissions. VERs can be generated from projects to which a range of circumstances might apply, including:

    - are either based in a country that has not ratified the Kyoto Protocol (e.g. USA) or does not have the infrastructure to support CDM project development;

    - have not yet been registered under the CDM;

    - fall outside the scope of the CDM;

    - are too small to warrant the costs of CDM approval;

    - are specifically developed for the voluntary market.    ) internally
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Tax Receipt
    - Certificate (with individualised Serial Number/s of abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. to cross check at a later date)
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Gosnells Landfill Gas Project | WA WA Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | Traditional landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. flaring project. These facilities help to reduce greenhouse gasesGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto ProtocolAn international agreement linked to the UNFCCC and sharing its aim of stabilising atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases, but requiring separate ratification by governments. The Kyoto Protocol, among other things, sets binding targets for the reduction of greenhouse-gas emissions by industrialized countries. It entered into force for ratifying countries in February 2006 and commits developed nations to collectively cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2 per cent of 1990 levels by 2012. Came into force in Australia on 11 March 2008. lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature. (CO2), methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. (CH4), nitrous oxideAgriculture accounts for the majority of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in Australia, The transport sector also contributes to emissions of N2O. N2O has a high global warming potential of about 310 times that of CO2.it breaks down very slowly – over about 120 years (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbonsMajor releases of HFCs are from leakage from refrigeration equipment during operation and its end-of-life destruction. Minor releases arise from the use of HFC-containing aerosols, air conditioners and metered dose inhalers.HFCs have very high global warming potentials (140 to 11,700 times that of carbon dioxide).), PFCsMost emissions of PFCs in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxide). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years). (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a man-made chemical. The major sources of SF6 release include leakage from electrical switchgear, from magnesium smelting processes and use in semiconductor manufacture. It has by far the highest global warming potential (23,900 times that of carbon dioxide), however it is only released in relatively small amounts.). by capturing and destroying methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWPGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of 21. . AGL built, owns and operates a landfillA hole in the ground where domestic waste and waste products from industry are put and covered with soil. gas extraction and generation system at Gosnells City Council's Kelvin Road Waste Disposal Facility in Orange Grove, Western Australia. The 1 MW generator is capable of providing enough electricity to meet the needs of around 1700 homes.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Price provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | WA
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Around 44,000 annually.

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2003
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Accreditation or certification achieved as at May 2010
    [Q33a]- NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement SchemeNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. NGACsNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Certificate is a tradeable commodity used in the NSW GGAS. One NGAC represents the abatement of one tonne of CO2e associated with the consumption of electricity in NSW. NGACs are transferable certificates that may only be created by accredited abatement certificate providers.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- Yes
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    Based on Certificate Vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- GGASSee The NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme registry
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Registry transaction screenshot view
    - Tax Receipt
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Mc Robies Landfill Gas Project | TAS TAS Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | Traditional landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. flaring project. These facilities help to reduce greenhouse gasesGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto ProtocolAn international agreement linked to the UNFCCC and sharing its aim of stabilising atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases, but requiring separate ratification by governments. The Kyoto Protocol, among other things, sets binding targets for the reduction of greenhouse-gas emissions by industrialized countries. It entered into force for ratifying countries in February 2006 and commits developed nations to collectively cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2 per cent of 1990 levels by 2012. Came into force in Australia on 11 March 2008. lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature. (CO2), methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. (CH4), nitrous oxideAgriculture accounts for the majority of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in Australia, The transport sector also contributes to emissions of N2O. N2O has a high global warming potential of about 310 times that of CO2.it breaks down very slowly – over about 120 years (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbonsMajor releases of HFCs are from leakage from refrigeration equipment during operation and its end-of-life destruction. Minor releases arise from the use of HFC-containing aerosols, air conditioners and metered dose inhalers.HFCs have very high global warming potentials (140 to 11,700 times that of carbon dioxide).), PFCsMost emissions of PFCs in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxide). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years). (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a man-made chemical. The major sources of SF6 release include leakage from electrical switchgear, from magnesium smelting processes and use in semiconductor manufacture. It has by far the highest global warming potential (23,900 times that of carbon dioxide), however it is only released in relatively small amounts.). by capturing and destroying methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWPGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of 21. . AGL built, owns and operates a landfillA hole in the ground where domestic waste and waste products from industry are put and covered with soil. gas extraction and generation facility at Hobart City Council's McRobies Gully Refuse Disposal Centre in South Hobart, Tasmania. The 1 MW facility is capable of providing enough power for the needs of around 1,100 households annually.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Price provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | TAS
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Around 30,000 annually.

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2004
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - N/A

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- Yes
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    based on certificate vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- NSW GGASNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. registry
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Registry transaction screenshot view
    - Tax Receipt
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Glenorchy Landfill Gas Project | TAS TAS Methane landfill NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme NGACs

    General Information

    [Q22, Q25]

    Own Project | Traditional landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. flaring project. These facilities help to reduce greenhouse gasesGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto ProtocolAn international agreement linked to the UNFCCC and sharing its aim of stabilising atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases, but requiring separate ratification by governments. The Kyoto Protocol, among other things, sets binding targets for the reduction of greenhouse-gas emissions by industrialized countries. It entered into force for ratifying countries in February 2006 and commits developed nations to collectively cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2 per cent of 1990 levels by 2012. Came into force in Australia on 11 March 2008. lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxideA greenhouse gas that is produced as a by-product of oil and gas production, burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as from all animals, plants, and a number of other natural sources. Carbon dioxide is the principal anthropogenic greenhouse gas that affects the earth’s temperature. (CO2), methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. (CH4), nitrous oxideAgriculture accounts for the majority of nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions in Australia, The transport sector also contributes to emissions of N2O. N2O has a high global warming potential of about 310 times that of CO2.it breaks down very slowly – over about 120 years (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbonsMajor releases of HFCs are from leakage from refrigeration equipment during operation and its end-of-life destruction. Minor releases arise from the use of HFC-containing aerosols, air conditioners and metered dose inhalers.HFCs have very high global warming potentials (140 to 11,700 times that of carbon dioxide).), PFCsMost emissions of PFCs in Australia are generated during aluminium production. PFCs have extremely high global warming potentials (5000 to 10,000 times that of carbon dioxide). However, because they are only released in relatively small amounts, their contribution to global warming is minor. Due to their stability they have very long atmospheric lifetimes (thousands of years). (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a man-made chemical. The major sources of SF6 release include leakage from electrical switchgear, from magnesium smelting processes and use in semiconductor manufacture. It has by far the highest global warming potential (23,900 times that of carbon dioxide), however it is only released in relatively small amounts.). by capturing and destroying methaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWPGlobal warming potential (GWP) measured in CO2e, is the potency of greenhouse gases, meaning their ability to trap heat in the atmosphere, through the difference in time greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere, and their effectiveness in absorbing outgoing infrared radiation. The GWP is a numerical measure relative to carbon dioxide, the most abundant greenhouse gas. So carbon dioxide itself has a GWP of 1 and, for example, methane has a GWP of 21. of 21. . AGL built, owns and operates a landfillA hole in the ground where domestic waste and waste products from industry are put and covered with soil. gas extraction and generation facility at Glenorchy's Jackson Street Refuse Disposal Centre in South Hobart, Tasmania. The 1.6 MW facility is capable of providing enough power for the needs of around 1,900 households annually.


    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q24]

    Prices provided upon request

    Project Location(s)
    [Q27, Q28]Australia | TAS
    Project Size (tonnes of CO2e)
    [Q29] Approx. 30,000 per annum.

    Quality

    Date project started to generate verified emission reductions (VERs) / offset credits
    [Q31]- 1 Jan 2004
    Crediting period of the project (in years)
    [Q32]- Abatement approval is reviewed every 2 years
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35]

    - n/a

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q36]

    - No

    Is this project additional to Australia's commitments under Kyoto
    [Q37]- Yes
    Do you forward sellThe sale of carbon offsets for emissions reductions or sequestration that have not yet occurred and therefore can not be precisely measured. abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. from this project
    [Q38]- both
    [Q38 Explanation]Explanation to Customers on which type they are buying
    based on certificate vintage
    The registry on which offsets from this project are registered
    [Q39]- NSW GGASNew South Wales Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme commenced on 1 January 2003 and targets are set until 2012. It is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world. GGAS aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of electricity. For more information see here. Registry
    The process for retiring offsets from this project off the market
    [Q40]- We retire them concurrently at the time of purchase on behalf of the customer
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q41]- Registry transaction screenshot view
    - Tax Receipt
    The ancillary or co-benefits of this project
    [Q42]- Information not supplied

    Contact Details

    Contact Details

    For more information please contact:

    AGL
    http://www.agl.com.au/AGLNew/At+your+service/Contact+us.htm
    (02) 9921 2999
    101 Miller Street, North Sydney, NSW, 2060
    Information Submitted by AGL in April 2010