Rules & Requirements
The JNR Program rules are the backbone of the JNR framework. They define the standards and processes which all jurisdictional FRELs and jurisdictional programs must follow in order to be certified. The JNR Program rules are set out in a suite of documents which include four types of program documents: Requirements, Procedural, Templates and Guidance.
Documents are updated periodically. Please check this page to be sure you are using the latest version of a given document.
Information on the JNR Version 4 development process can be found on the JNR Version 4 page.
Requirements
Procedural
JNR Allocation Tool
Templates & Forms
Additional Resources:
- Important Considerations Related to the Nesting of REDD+ Projects
- Options for Nesting REDD+ Projects / Español / Français / Português
- JNR/FCPF/UNFCCC Gap Assessment Report
Finally, note that the JNR Program rules have progressed through a number of iterations over time. Previous versions of the JNR Program rules which are no longer in use are archived on the Verra website.
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