Verra is resuming its review of Methodology Idea Notes (MINs) from methodology developers seeking to propose a new methodology or methodology revision in the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program. MINs submitted by January 31, 2025, will be reviewed by March 31, 2025. MINs submitted after the deadline will not be reviewed until after the next MIN submission deadline.
In July 2024, Verra paused the review of new MINs until Q1 2025 to focus organizational resources on work related to advancing key methodologies and reviewing previous submissions.
Related Updates to the Methodology Development and Review Process
Verra has also opened a public consultation on proposed updates to its Methodology Development and Review Process. One suggested update is to formally establish a periodic review cycle for MINs instead of a continuous review process, which will allow Verra to effectively advance impactful climate action by delivering on priority methodologies that are under development. This consultation is open through January 31, 2025.
Depending on the feedback received during the public consultation, the next MIN submission deadline will likely be January 31, 2026. Verra would review MINs submitted by January 31, 2026, by March 31, 2026.