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VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v2.1

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Status Active Since 04 September 2023
Sectoral Scope
14. Forestry and other land use (forests, wetlands, and grasslands)
Outcome Labels Pending Methodology Update

This methodology outlines procedures to quantify net greenhouse gas emission reductions and removals resulting from project activities implemented to restore tidal wetlands. Such activities include creating and/or managing the conditions required for healthy, sustainable wetland ecosystems.

Projects applying this methodology are expected to generate greenhouse gas emission reductions and removals primarily by increasing both biomass and autochthonous soil organic carbon. Projects applying this methodology may be developed anywhere in the world.

VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v2.1 (digital)
VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v2.1 (PDF)

Please Note

  • VM0033, v2.1 is available in digital format on the Verra Project Hub and can be accessed through the Digital Project Submission Tool. Proponents are encouraged to use the digital versions of methodologies as they become available. Please email hubsupport@verra.org for support or to request access to the Verra Project Hub.
  • Silvestrum Climate Associates has developed a guidance document for Wetland Restoration and Conservation (WRC) projects assessing the impacts of sea level rise (SLR) within their project areas using the AFOLU Non-Permanence Risk Tool, v4.2 (PDF). The guidance document should only be applied to projects or parts of projects that are in the intertidal zone at the time of the risk assessment. The document provides step-by-step instructions for the SLR risk assessment using the Non-Permanence Risk Assessment Calculator on the Verra Project Hub.

Methodology Resources

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Guidance on Sea Level Risk Risk Assessment Using the Non-Permanence Risk Assessment Calculator, v4.2

The following revisions to this methodology are currently under development or open for public consultation.

Major revision to VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration

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VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v2.1
Status: Active since 4 September 2023
Summary of Changes: Version 2.1 includes the following clarifications:

  • Clarification that the latest version of the VCS AFOLU Non-Permanence Risk Tool (PDF) must be used to assess the risk of erosion and submergence of carbon stocks due to sea level rise.
  • Correction that project area may change during the project crediting period to accommodate landward migration due to sea level rise.

Tracked Changes Document: VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v2.1 – Greenlined (PDF)
Developer: Verra
Dates of Public Consultation: N/A – minor revision with no public consultation
Summary of Public Consultation: N/A – minor revision with no public consultation
VVB Assessment Report: N/A – minor revision with no VVB Assessment

VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v2.0 (PDF)
Status: Active from 30 September 2021 to 4 September 2023
Grace Period: Projects that have requested listing on the Verra Registry before 4 September 2023 may complete validation until 31 December 2023.
Summary of Changes: Updates were made to incorporate changes to VM0007 REDD Methodology Framework, v1.6, which includes:

  • Updated procedures that expand the eligibility of tidal wetland conservation and restoration.
  • Reassessment of standardized methods for determining additionality to ensure alignment with VCS Methodology Requirements.

Developer: Restore America’s Estuaries, Silvestrum
Dates of Public Consultation: N/A – minor revision with no public consultation
Summary of Public Consultation: N/A – minor revision with no public consultation
VVB Assessment Report: N/A – minor revision with no VVB Assessment
Errata and Clarifications: Errata and Clarifications to VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v2.0 (PDF)

VM0033 Methodology for Tidal Wetland and Seagrass Restoration, v1.0 (PDF)
Status: Active from 20 November 2015 to 30 September 2021
Developer: Restore America’s Estuaries, Silvestrum
Dates of Public Consultation: 11 February 2014 to 13 March 2014
Summary of Public Consultation: N/A
VVB Assessment Report: VM0033, v1.0 First Assessment Report (PDF), VM0033, v1.0 Second Assessment Report (PDF)
Resources: Introductory webinar to VM0033 by VCS and Restore America’s Esturaries (Vimeo)

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Details
Status Active Since 04 September 2023
Sectoral Scope
14. Forestry and other land use (forests, wetlands, and grasslands)
Outcome Labels Pending Methodology Update
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VMD0052 Demonstration of Additionality of Tidal Wetland Restoration and Conservation Project Activities, v2.0