Methodology for Sustainable Institutional Food Procurement

The proposed methodology covers institutional changes in food procurement practices resulting in a decreased demand for GHG-intensive foods. The methodology is global in scope and applies to a broad range of project activities that replace emission-intensive, animal-based food products with low-emission, plant-based alternatives.

The methodology idea note was rejected by Verra, as per Section 3.1.5(2), 3.1.5(4), and 3.1.6(3) of the Methodology Development and Review Process, 4.2 (PDF). The decision was based on the proposal’s low climate change potential compared to others and potential concerns about social and livelihood risks.