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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. , BrokerA broker is an intermediary, who buys and sells carbon offsets on behalf of clients.    Price (per tonne CO2e) : AU$0 - AU$50+

    Summary

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

    "a) Beyond Neutral® views carbon offsetting as a tool that can address the twin imperatives of climate change and sustainability. There is a clear need to deal with climate change and its adverse effects in ways that improve the sustainability of the systems that are exacerbating emissions growth and the subsequent shortening of the timeframe within which severe adverse impacts will appear. The purchase of carbon offsets supports projects that actively reduce, avoid or remove greenhouse gas emissions through the use of technologies and other options, all of which will play key roles in future climate change mitigation. Offsets, such as Gold StandardA certification standard for carbon offset projects. Initiated by WWF, SSN and Helio International, the Gold Standard for CDMClean Development Mechanism is a Kyoto Protocol mechanism under which projects set up in developing countries to reduce GHGs generate tradeable credits called CERs. The credits can be used by industrialised nations to help meet their Kyoto reduction targets. Find out more here. projects was launched in 2003 after wide-ranging stakeholder consultation among key actors of the carbon market as well as governments. For more information see here., can generate a sustainability dividend at the same time as providing a way to act on climate change.

    b) Beyond Neutral® retails carbon offsets through our Carbon Offset Portfolio. This portfolio approach is designed to facilitate support for projects that either act only on greenhouse emissions, or preferably, provide an additional sustainability dividend. We promote the concept that carbon offest projects can provide multiple benefits in addition to addressing greenhouse emissions. Where appropriate, we brief our clients on the various offset projects available, provide relevant project summaries and identify the sustainability dividend created through each project. This allows our clients to make an informed decision as to the type of offset(s) they wish to purchase. Beyond Neutral® sources the carbon offsets selected by the client and then typically retires them on their behalf, providing evidence of the offsets' vintage, unique serial numbers and when they were permanently retired."


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    Summary

    Role in the Carbon Offset Market
    [Q1]Retailer, Broker
    Main client base
    [Q3]business, government, individuals

    Broker

    Broker Information

    Types of transactions in carbon credits offered
    [Q23b]- Purchase for surrenderCarbon offsets are purchased and retired from the market by the offset provider.
    Standard brokerage fees determined by
    [Q24]- Our brokerage fees vary and are based on volume
    - Our brokerage fees vary and are based on volume of offsets sought by client combined with the time and effort required to source, purchase and retire offsets, as well as whether other services are being provided as a part of a footprinting and offsetting package
    Indicative pricing
    [Q25]Information not provided
    How is the retirement of abatement verified to your client?
    [Q27]- Registry transaction screenshot view (For example, by email)
    - Evidence of registry transaction (For example, personalised account, physical copy of transaction etc.)
    - 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)
    - Certificate (with amount of abatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. purchased)
    Independent certification and/or third party documentation to prove the validity of all the different offsets that you provide available
    [Q28]- Automatically every time

    Offset Products

    Offset Products

    Price(s) per tonne
    [Q17]AU$0 - AU$50+
    Project Type(s)
    [Q32] - AfforestationThe direct human-induced conversion of land that has not been forested for a period of at least 50 years to forested land through planting, seeding and/or the human-induced promotion of natural seed. / reforestationThe reestablishment of forest on land that was previously forested but converted to another use before 31.12.1989. with multiple locally occurring species of vegetation
    - Energy EfficiencyEnergy efficiency improvements refer to a reduction in the energy used for a given service (heating, lighting, etc.) or level of activity. Such savings are generally achieved by substituting technologically more advanced equipment to produce the same level of end-use services (e.g. lighting, heating, motor drive) with less electricity.
    - MethaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. landfillA specially designed site for the disposal of waste to land by burial.
    - Wind
    Project Location(s)
    [Q33]- International

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    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]No
    Offsets generated and sold by Beyond Neutral
    [Q38]- Verified Carbon StandardThe VCS Program includes the standard (VCS 2007) and the Program Guidelines 2007. The VCS Program provides a global standard and criteria for validating, measuring, and monitoring voluntary carbon offset projects. For more information, see here. VCUs
    - Verified Carbon StandardThe VCS Program includes the standard (VCS 2007) and the Program Guidelines 2007. The VCS Program provides a global standard and criteria for validating, measuring, and monitoring voluntary carbon offset projects. For more information, see here. + CCB (Climate, Community, and Biodiversity) Standard
    - Gold StandardA certification standard for carbon offset projects. Initiated by WWF, SSN and Helio International, the Gold Standard for CDM projects was launched in 2003 after wide-ranging stakeholder consultation among key actors of the carbon market as well as governments. For more information see here. 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.
    How does your organisation calculate the amount and price of carbon offset required by customers?
    [Q10]- Personal contact from clients with specific needs for type of offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. and tonnage
    - Personal contact from customers wanting the service of carbon footprinting and (generic) offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. purchase to achieve carbon neutrality
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q35] - Please contact us for more information.
    Do you provide quality assurance or technical documentation on your web site or on request?
    [Q16]

    http://www.beyondneutral.com/the-ultimate-step/carbon-offset-portolio/ty...

    Is your organisation audited by an independent third party for the sale and retirement of offsets and / or RECs?
    [Q16b] No
    Does your organisation supply National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) or NCOS compliant abatement to customers from 1st July 2010?
    [Q18] Yes, NCOSThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™ program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutral products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information eligible offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. units
    [Q19]
    What evidence of purchase can customers expect to receive when buying carbon offsets from your organisation?
    - Certificate for amount of offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. purchased
    - Independent certification and / or third party documentation in relation to the project
    - Certificate of Retirement/Acquittal
    - Certificate of Transfer/Ownership
    - Serial numbers to identify offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. 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]- Project Design DocumentA Project Design Document is the official application drawn up by an entity applying for project approval under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). PDDs must be validated by an independent third party, then approved and registered by the CDM Executive Board before a project qualifies as a CER carbon credit earner. as defined under Kyoto
    - Validation Report – From the Relevant Standard
    - Certification Report – From the Auditors


    [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, 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 14064A global GHG accounting, reporting and verification standard. The goal of the standard is to 'provide a set of unambiguous and verifiable requirements or specifications to support organisations and proponents of GHG emissions reductions projects.'
    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
    - Sulphur hexafluorideSulphur 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.) is a man-made chemical. The major sources of SF6 release include 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 electrical switchgear, from magnesium smelting processes and use in semiconductor manufacture. It has by far the highest 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. (23,900 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 it is only released in relatively small amounts.
    - 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
    - Carbon neutrality
    - Scoping customer emissions
    - Auditing
    - 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
    - Carbon emission inventory accounting, management, reduction and reporting services
    - AbatementA reduction in the amount or intensity of greenhouse gas emissions as a result of actions taken by a company or individual. action plan development, tracking and assessment
    - Carbon performance indicator development and assessment
    - Climate change, renewable energy and land based project technical services
    - Accreditation guidance for greenhouse projects
    - Climate change related environmental impact assessment input
    - Sustainability assessments and reporting

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    Projects

    Project Information

    Asopar Forestry Project, Colombia | International International Afforestation / reforestation with multiple locally occurring species of vegetation Verified Carbon Standard VCUs Verified Carbon Standard + CCB (Climate, Community, and Biodiversity) Standard

    General Information

    This project is not owned by Beyond Neutral | Project entails permanent reforestationThe reestablishment of forest on land that was previously forested but converted to another use before 31.12.1989. and long-term monitoring of parts of Colombia’s northeast and northwest, with a focus on biodiversity. It is aimed at restoring a degraded former forest, with a focus on re-establishing its rich ecosystem by using native species only. 25 local tree species were planted and have led to the settling of another 75 plants and a multitude of animals in the now restored and still growing forest.

    The project observes basic principles of sustainable forest management, with 11,000 ha already purchased, surveyed and mapped.
    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q30]

    Prices vary depending on the quantity of offsets required

    Project Type(s)
    [Q32] - AfforestationThe direct human-induced conversion of land that has not been forested for a period of at least 50 years to forested land through planting, seeding and/or the human-induced promotion of natural seed. / reforestationThe reestablishment of forest on land that was previously forested but converted to another use before 31.12.1989. with multiple locally occurring species of vegetation
    The carbon offset project / program uses private land?
    [Q32a]- Yes, our operations aim to embrace private landholders in select regions

    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at August 2011
    [Q38]- Verified Carbon StandardThe VCS Program includes the standard (VCS 2007) and the Program Guidelines 2007. The VCS Program provides a global standard and criteria for validating, measuring, and monitoring voluntary carbon offset projects. For more information, see here. VCUs
    - Verified Carbon StandardThe VCS Program includes the standard (VCS 2007) and the Program Guidelines 2007. The VCS Program provides a global standard and criteria for validating, measuring, and monitoring voluntary carbon offset projects. For more information, see here. + CCB (Climate, Community, and Biodiversity) Standard
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q40]

    - Please contact us for more information.

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q41]

    - Yes, NCOSThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset StandardThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™ program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutral products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative operated between 2001 and 30 June 2010. It certified carbon neutral products and services and approved abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. These were not considered eligible offsets under NCOS and could not be retired for the purpose of becoming carbon neutral under the NCOS from 1 July 2010. This situation may change in future as a result of reviews of the NCOS by DCCEE. program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutralA voluntary mechanism where an activity, event, household, business or organisation is responsible for no net emissions of greenhouse gases and can therefore be declared carbon neutral in that specific area. Carbon neutrality can be achieved by reducing emissions as far as possible (e.g. energy efficiency, purchasing renewable energy) and then purchasing offsets for any residual emissions in order to achieve zero net emissions. products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information eligible offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHGGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto Protocol lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), PFCs (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6).) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. units


    Nesher Ramla cement plant, Ramla. Israel | International International Energy Efficiency Verified Carbon Standard VCUs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by Beyond Neutral | Installation of vertical roller mill (VRM) for clinker grinding and cement production. Compared to ball mills, VRM systems are more efficient. Consumption is expected to be reduced by 10 kWh/ton of cement produced, leading to emissions savings.
    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q30]

    Prices vary depending on the quantity of offsets required

    Project Type(s)
    [Q32] - Energy EfficiencyEnergy efficiency improvements refer to a reduction in the energy used for a given service (heating, lighting, etc.) or level of activity. Such savings are generally achieved by substituting technologically more advanced equipment to produce the same level of end-use services (e.g. lighting, heating, motor drive) with less electricity.
    The carbon offset project / program uses private land?
    [Q32a]- Yes, our operations aim to embrace private landholders in select regions

    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at August 2011
    [Q38]- Verified Carbon StandardThe VCS Program includes the standard (VCS 2007) and the Program Guidelines 2007. The VCS Program provides a global standard and criteria for validating, measuring, and monitoring voluntary carbon offset projects. For more information, see here. VCUs
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q40]

    - Please contact us for more information.

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q41]

    - Yes, NCOSThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset StandardThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™ program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutral products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative operated between 2001 and 30 June 2010. It certified carbon neutral products and services and approved abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. These were not considered eligible offsets under NCOS and could not be retired for the purpose of becoming carbon neutral under the NCOS from 1 July 2010. This situation may change in future as a result of reviews of the NCOS by DCCEE. program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutralA voluntary mechanism where an activity, event, household, business or organisation is responsible for no net emissions of greenhouse gases and can therefore be declared carbon neutral in that specific area. Carbon neutrality can be achieved by reducing emissions as far as possible (e.g. energy efficiency, purchasing renewable energy) and then purchasing offsets for any residual emissions in order to achieve zero net emissions. products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information eligible offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHGGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto Protocol lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), PFCs (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6).) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. units


    Greater New Bedford LFG Utilization Project, Crapo Hill landfill, Dartmouth , Massachusetts , United States | International International Methane landfill Verified Carbon Standard VCUs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by Beyond Neutral | Crapo Hill landfillA specially designed site for the disposal of waste to land by burial. has received municipal solid waste, construction and demolition debris and is about 30 acres in size. It does not fall under any local, state, or federal regulations requiring landfill gasThe gas that is generated by the decomposition of waste in landfills. collection.
    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q30]

    Prices vary depending on the quantity of offsets required

    Project Type(s)
    [Q32] - MethaneMethane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas with a GWP of 21. landfillA specially designed site for the disposal of waste to land by burial.
    The carbon offset project / program uses private land?
    [Q32a]- Yes, our operations aim to embrace private landholders in select regions

    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at August 2011
    [Q38]- Verified Carbon StandardThe VCS Program includes the standard (VCS 2007) and the Program Guidelines 2007. The VCS Program provides a global standard and criteria for validating, measuring, and monitoring voluntary carbon offset projects. For more information, see here. VCUs
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q40]

    - Please contact us for more information.

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q41]

    - Yes, NCOSThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset StandardThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™ program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutral products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative operated between 2001 and 30 June 2010. It certified carbon neutral products and services and approved abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. These were not considered eligible offsets under NCOS and could not be retired for the purpose of becoming carbon neutral under the NCOS from 1 July 2010. This situation may change in future as a result of reviews of the NCOS by DCCEE. program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutralA voluntary mechanism where an activity, event, household, business or organisation is responsible for no net emissions of greenhouse gases and can therefore be declared carbon neutral in that specific area. Carbon neutrality can be achieved by reducing emissions as far as possible (e.g. energy efficiency, purchasing renewable energy) and then purchasing offsets for any residual emissions in order to achieve zero net emissions. products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information eligible offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHGGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto Protocol lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), PFCs (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6).) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. units


    Prony and Kafeate Wind Farms, New Caledonia | International International Wind Gold Standard VERs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by Beyond Neutral | This 31 MW renewable energy project consists of 6 small wind farms supplying the island’s electricity grid and employs local Kanak people while reducing reliance on imported fossil-fuel based energy supplies.
    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q30]

    Prices vary depending on the quantity of offsets required

    Project Type(s)
    [Q32] - Wind
    The carbon offset project / program uses private land?
    [Q32a]- Yes, our operations aim to embrace private landholders in select regions

    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at August 2011
    [Q38]- Gold Standard 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.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q40]

    - Please contact us for more information.

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q41]

    - Yes, NCOSThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset StandardThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™ program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutral products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative operated between 2001 and 30 June 2010. It certified carbon neutral products and services and approved abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. These were not considered eligible offsets under NCOS and could not be retired for the purpose of becoming carbon neutral under the NCOS from 1 July 2010. This situation may change in future as a result of reviews of the NCOS by DCCEE. program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutralA voluntary mechanism where an activity, event, household, business or organisation is responsible for no net emissions of greenhouse gases and can therefore be declared carbon neutral in that specific area. Carbon neutrality can be achieved by reducing emissions as far as possible (e.g. energy efficiency, purchasing renewable energy) and then purchasing offsets for any residual emissions in order to achieve zero net emissions. products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information eligible offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHGGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto Protocol lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), PFCs (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6).) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. units


    Te Apiti Wind Farm, New Zealand | International International Wind Gold Standard VERs

    General Information

    This project is not owned by Beyond Neutral | Te Apiti is a 90.75 MW wind farm, located north of the Manawatu Gorge on New Zealand's North Island.
    Price per tonne of CO2e
    [Q30]

    Prices vary depending on the quantity of offsets required

    Project Type(s)
    [Q32] - Wind
    The carbon offset project / program uses private land?
    [Q32a]- Yes, our operations aim to embrace private landholders in select regions

    Quality

    Accreditation or certification achieved as at August 2011
    [Q38]- Gold Standard 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.
    Relevant third party verification (not accreditation / certification)
    [Q40]

    - Please contact us for more information.

    Are the verified emission reductions created from this project NCOS compliant abatement?
    [Q41]

    - Yes, NCOSThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset StandardThe Commonwealth Government’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™ program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutral products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information (NCOS) came into effect on 1 July 2010 coinciding with the cessation of the Government’s Greenhouse Friendly™The Greenhouse Friendly™ initiative operated between 2001 and 30 June 2010. It certified carbon neutral products and services and approved abatement credits for sale on the voluntary market. Applications for new abatement projects have closed. These were not considered eligible offsets under NCOS and could not be retired for the purpose of becoming carbon neutral under the NCOS from 1 July 2010. This situation may change in future as a result of reviews of the NCOS by DCCEE. program. It is intended to ensure that consumers have confidence in the voluntary carbon offset market and the integrity of the carbon offset and carbon neutralA voluntary mechanism where an activity, event, household, business or organisation is responsible for no net emissions of greenhouse gases and can therefore be declared carbon neutral in that specific area. Carbon neutrality can be achieved by reducing emissions as far as possible (e.g. energy efficiency, purchasing renewable energy) and then purchasing offsets for any residual emissions in order to achieve zero net emissions. products they purchase. It provides guidance to businesses who wish to make their organisation carbon neutral or develop carbon neutral products in a way that achieves emissions reductions, through the purchase and cancellation of eligible carbon offsets. More Information eligible offsetA carbon offset is an investment in a project or activity that reduces greenhouse gas (GHGGreenhouse Gases in the earth's atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation. The Kyoto Protocol lists six major greenhouse gases, which vary in their relative warming effect. The six gases are: carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), PFCs (perfluorocarbons) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6).) emissions or sequesters carbon from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for GHG emissions from your own activities. For more information see here. units


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    Information Submitted by Beyond Neutral in October 2011