by Equipe Tero | Jul 8, 2024 | Methodology
Tero Carbon is pleased to announce the official launch of Methodology TERO.005 – Reduction of GHG Emissions via Electric Vehicles, Version 1.0. This innovative methodology aims to generate carbon credits by reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) through the gradual replacement of land-based fleets with electric vehicles.
Developed by BVM12 strategically to mitigate air pollution, TERO.005 promotes a transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, encouraging the adoption of eco-efficient technologies in the transportation sector. Projects implemented under this methodology play a crucial role in the global fight against climate change, significantly contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future.
Methodology TERO.005 underwent a rigorous public consultation process through the Tero Carbon Methodologies Program, reflecting our commitment to transparency and excellence in the carbon market. We received contributions from civil society during the period from 17/05/2024 to 16/06/2024, ensuring that the methodology is robust not only in technical terms but also in its social and economic applicability.
As a national certifier of environmental assets, Tero Carbon is committed to democratizing the voluntary carbon market in Brazil, ensuring that projects of all scales have equitable access to climate change mitigation opportunities. We deeply value socio-environmental safeguards and adherence to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that each certified project makes a positive contribution to the environment and society as a whole.
This methodology represents not only a significant advancement in promoting responsible environmental practices but also underscores our commitment to sustainability and technological innovation. We are confident that TERO.005 will serve as a catalyst for positive transformations in the Brazilian transportation sector, driving toward a greener and more resilient future.
For more information on how to participate and apply Methodology TERO.005 to your projects, please visit the methodology page or contact us directly. Together, we can achieve a positive environmental impact and build a legacy of sustainability for future generations.
by Equipe Tero | Jun 3, 2024 | Announcement
The Eco Farm Santa Bárbara Coffee Project Receives Tero Carbon Certification generating 1,937 tCO2e (Carbon Credits), Vintage 2024, for a crediting period from 12/01/2015 to 01/24/2024. This project, based on nature solutions (NBS), from the AFOLU sector, met all the criteria of the Tero Carbon Certification Program. The methodology used was TERO.004 – Carbon Stock in Agrosilvopastoral System, version 1.0.
The certification, conducted by Tero Carbon, certifies that Fazenda Santa Bárbara has successfully implemented sustainable practices, focused on removing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. The project focuses on carbon removal through coffee cultivation.
The Eco Farm Santa Bárbara Coffee project receives Tero Carbon Certification, and the digital certificate (NFT) can be accessed on OpenSea through this link.
About Fazenda Santa Bárbara
The Fazenda Santa Bárbara located in the municipality of Monte Carmelo, Minas Gerais (MG) is a reference in the Cerrado Mineiro coffee producing region. The history of use of the farm’s Eco Farm Santa Bárbara Coffee project area began in the 1970s when coffee production activities began. However, in the 1980s, coffee farming was replaced by beef cattle, milk and cereal farming activities that lasted for two decades. After this period, coffee production activities were resumed..
It is in this context that Fazenda Santa Bárbara’s mission is: “Making Special Coffees Through Special People” with the aim of meeting the demands of food security, mitigating climate change with identity and sustainability. The total area of the rural property is 88.96 hectares, of which 64 hectares are destined for the cultivation of Mundo Novo and Topázio coffee varieties.
Fazenda Santa Bárbara has ensured coffee productivity associated with sustainable projects within the property, with: projects for waste treatment, ash water and organic waste; rational use of water resources, food security project, bee protection project and honey production. These activities on the property strengthen the preservation of fauna and flora, favoring the stability of natural systems that are essential for coffee production.
About Tero Carbon
Tero Carbon is a digital certifier of carbon credits and stocks. Created in Manaus, in 2022, the company uses exclusive methodologies, focused on the Brazilian reality and which follow the technical guidelines of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), in addition to being the first in the segment with genuinely Amazonian DNA.
Its technical staff has more than 15 years of experience in developing forest carbon projects in the Amazon, with expertise in the region’s logistics and social aspects of traditional communities. The certifier uses blockchain technology to provide security, reliability and traceability to the environmental asset certification process.
With the support of renowned institutions in the sector, such as the Business Incubator of the National Amazon Research Institute (IE-INPA), an entity linked to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, of the National Federation of Industries of the State of Amazonas (FIEAM ) and the venture builder VB92 Launch Hub.
by Equipe Tero | May 17, 2024 | Announcement, Methodology
The Public Consultation on the Methodology TERO.005 – Reduction of GHG Emissions via Electric Vehicles is open and accepting contributions from civil society.
Tero Carbon, a digital certifier of Brazilian environmental assets with genuinely Amazonian DNA, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest methodology for public consultation: TERO.005 – Reduction of GHG Emissions via Electric Vehicles.
The methodology developed by BVM12 is part of the new Technology-Based Solutions Program (TBS), focused on reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by replacing the land fleet of combustion vehicles with electric vehicles. Aimed at companies with vehicle fleets or application companies for logistics or mobility, TERO.005 establishes precise and careful criteria to guarantee integrity and transparency in the issuance of carbon credits for reduced emissions.
The public consultation, launched on May 17, 2024, has the main objective of collecting contributions from civil society on the methodology. Therefore, over a period of 30 days, we invite all interested parties to review the methodology and provide valuable feedback. We believe this collaboration will help further refine TERO.005, making it a powerful tool to promote the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tero Carbon is committed to leading the certification of Brazilian environmental assets, and TERO.005 is yet another demonstration of this commitment. We look forward to working closely with the community to develop solutions that protect our environment and promote a more sustainable future for everyone.
How to participate
The Public Consultation on Methodology TERO.005 – Reduction of GHG Emissions via Electric Vehicles is open. For more information about the methodology and participation form, visit our website.
About Tero Carbon
Tero Carbon is a digital certifier of carbon credits and stocks. Created in Manaus, in 2022, the company uses exclusive methodologies, focused on the Brazilian reality and which follow the technical guidelines of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), in addition to being the first in the segment with genuinely Amazonian DNA.
Its technical staff has more than 15 years of experience in developing forest carbon projects in the Amazon, with expertise in the region’s logistics and social aspects of traditional communities. The certifier uses blockchain technology to provide security, reliability and traceability to the environmental asset certification process.
With the support of renowned institutions in the sector, such as the Business Incubator of the National Amazon Research Institute (IE-INPA), an entity linked to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, of the National Federation of Industries of the State of Amazonas (FIEAM ) and the venture builder VB92 Launch Hub.
by Equipe Tero | Jan 30, 2024 | Announcement, Methodology
Today the Methodology TERO.004 – Carbon Stock in Agrosilvopastoral System, Version 1.0, was launched. Now, after the public consultation period and review of the comments arising from it, it is ready to receive projects.
Each methodology we launch goes through the following steps:
- Announcement that there will be a public consultation, so that the public is aware of the next steps;
- Public consultation period, so that the public can contribute their criticisms and suggestions through the online form available, as this way we can build together methodologies in accordance with the Brazilian reality and also reinforce the transparency of our processes; and
- Analysis of all contributions received. We consider these suggestions in our next methodology update.
About TERO.004 Methodology
TERO.004 – Carbon Stock in Agrosilvopastoral System is an Agriculture, Forests and Land Use (AFOLU) methodology, in this first version, aimed at the cultivation of Coffee throughout the Brazilian territory. The methodology provides for the generation of Verified Carbon Credit (by Removal), represented by one ton of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e). The project’s commitment period is unlimited, that is, its closing date can be defined later by communicating it to the certifier and the market.
The objective of this methodology is the generation of environmental assets in projects that promote the removal, conservation and preservation of carbon stocks in agroforestry farming systems throughout Brazilian territory. It is an incentive for farmers who, through their agricultural activities, contribute to the global climate balance.
The Carbon Stock of the project area can be monitored periodically through verification. Any verified increase in carbon stocks in the crop will be considered a Verified Carbon Credit in the amount exceeding the maximum stock previously measured.
The methodology, within the concept of Payment for Environmental Services (PSA), has as co-benefits the conservation and preservation of biome biodiversity and sustainable development. In addition to maintaining carbon stocks from agricultural crops, forestry is also accepted as a way of enriching biomass stocks.
About Tero Carbon
Tero Carbon is a digital certifier of carbon credits and stocks. Created in Manaus, in 2022, the company uses exclusive methodologies, focused on the Brazilian reality and which follow the technical guidelines of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), in addition to being the first in the segment with genuinely Amazonian DNA. Its technical staff has more than 15 years of experience in developing forest carbon projects in the Amazon, with expertise in the region’s logistics and social aspects of traditional communities. The certifier uses blockchain technology to provide security, reliability and traceability to the environmental asset certification process and has the support of renowned institutions in the sector, including: Business Incubator of the National Institute of Amazon Research (IE-INPA) , an entity linked to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, the National Federation of Industries of the State of the Amazon (FIEAM) and the venture builder VB92 Launch Hub.
by Equipe Tero | Dec 18, 2023 | Announcement
Today the TERO.003 – Carbon Stock in Forests Methodology, Version 1.0, was launched. Now, after the public consultation period and review of the comments arising from it, it is ready to receive projects.
About TERO.003 Methodology
The TERO.003 – Carbon Stock in Forests methodology, aimed at the Amazon biome, innovates by generating two environmental assets: Verified Carbon Stock and Verified Carbon Credit, both equivalent to one ton of carbon dioxide (tCO2e). Projects that adopt it have an unlimited commitment, renewable upon communication to the certifier.
The assets are generated by preserving and increasing biomass stocks in forest areas, encouraging practices that keep forests standing. The renewal of the Verified Carbon Stock is subject to periodic verification, with the possibility of generating additional Verified Carbon Credits.
The methodology, within the concept of Payment for Environmental Serviceshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ecosystem_service (PSA), has the co-benefit of maintaining and preserving biodiversity and water resources. Forestry activities are also accepted as a way of enriching carbon stocks.
About Tero Carbon
Tero Carbon is a digital certifier of carbon credits and stocks. Created in Manaus, in 2022, the company uses exclusive methodologies, focused on the Brazilian reality and which follow the technical guidelines of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), in addition to being the first in the segment with genuinely Amazonian DNA. Its technical staff has more than 15 years of experience in developing forest carbon projects in the Amazon, with expertise in the region’s logistics and social aspects of traditional communities. The certifier uses blockchain technology to provide security, reliability and traceability to the environmental asset certification process and has the support of renowned institutions in the sector, including: Business Incubator of the National Institute of Amazon Research (IE-INPA) , an entity linked to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, the National Federation of Industries of the State of the Amazon (FIEAM) and the venture builder VB92 Launch Hub.
