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Sylvera is a carbon intelligence platform that delivers comprehensive and accessible carbon ratings and insights.
Ratings Methodology
Biochar Framework
For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our ratings framework for biochar projects.
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Market Analysis
Guide to Jurisdictional REDD+
Jurisdictional REDD+ is one of the most significant changes approaching the voluntary carbon markets. This guide explores the key fundamentals of this new credit type and the impact it will have on the market.
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MARKET ANALYSIS
Article 6 Policy Guide
The rule book for carbon markets, under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, was agreed at COP26. We provide a simple and straightforward summary of key developments and what you need to know following COP27.
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Building confidence in carbon markets
With Sylvera’s carbon intelligence, your Net Zero transition, carbon neutrality and offsetting claims won’t be at risk. Contact us to learn more about our platform.
KNOWLEDGE & ADVICE
Sylvera carbon credit ratings: 4 key terms to know
Learn about 4 key carbon project terms to better understand how we analyze carbon projects and provide carbon credit ratings.
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KNOWLEDGE & ADVICE
Sylvera carbon credit ratings: 4 key terms to know
Learn about 4 key carbon project terms to better understand how we analyze carbon projects and provide carbon credit ratings.
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Sylvera in the news
Sylvera takes $32M to build trust in carbon offsetting ratings
Sylvera, a U.K.-based startup which uses machine learning technology to analyze a variety of visual data like satellite imagery and lidar with the goal of boosting accountability and credibility around carbon offsetting projects, has fast followed a $5.8 million seed round in May last year by closing a $32 million Series A.
Sylvera takes $32M to build trust in carbon offsetting ratings
Sylvera, a U.K.-based startup which uses machine learning technology to analyze a variety of visual data like satellite imagery and lidar with the goal of boosting accountability and credibility around carbon offsetting projects, has fast followed a $5.8 million seed round in May last year by closing a $32 million Series A.
Sylvera takes $32M to build trust in carbon offsetting ratings
Sylvera, a U.K.-based startup which uses machine learning technology to analyze a variety of visual data like satellite imagery and lidar with the goal of boosting accountability and credibility around carbon offsetting projects, has fast followed a $5.8 million seed round in May last year by closing a $32 million Series A.
Sylvera takes $32M to build trust in carbon offsetting ratings
Sylvera, a U.K.-based startup which uses machine learning technology to analyze a variety of visual data like satellite imagery and lidar with the goal of boosting accountability and credibility around carbon offsetting projects, has fast followed a $5.8 million seed round in May last year by closing a $32 million Series A.

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Market Analysis

A call for improved climate disclosures

Companies are under increasing regulatory and shareholder pressure to disclose the risks and opportunities as a result of climate change and the net zero transition. In order to assess the accuracy of companies’ sustainability strategies and claims, clear information must be provided about the role of carbon credits.
RATINGS METHODOLOGY

Improved Cookstoves Framework

For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our ratings framework for Improved Cookstove projects.
Market Analysis

Carbon credits and decarbonization

We analyzed data from ~100 of the largest businesses across different industries to see whether investments in carbon credits indicated slower decarbonization rates. And what we found would surprise those who see carbon credits as a way to avoid taking real climate action.
Ratings Methodology

CCUS-EOR Framework

For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our ratings framework for CCUS-EOR projects.
Product Insights

CCA White paper

Sylvera’s Carbon Credit Analytics helps new and experienced market participants analyze and compare the quality of retirements across more than 8 registries/standards, and match over 500M retired credits to 1450+ companies.
Ratings Methodology

Biochar Ratings Framework

For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our ratings framework for biochar projects.
Market Analysis

Guide to Jurisdictional REDD+

Jurisdictional REDD+ is one of the most significant changes approaching the voluntary carbon markets. This guide explores the key fundamentals of this new credit type and the impact it will have on the market.
MARKET ANALYSIS

Article 6 Policy Guide

The rule book for carbon markets, under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, was agreed at COP26. We provide a simple and straightforward summary of key developments and what you need to know following COP27.
Ratings Methodology

Improved Forest Management (IFM) Framework

For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our framework for Improved Forest Management (IFM) projects.
Market Analysis

The State of Carbon Credits 2022

Our annual data report provides an extensive analysis of carbon credits, using global and proprietary data on voluntary carbon offsetting projects. This report illustrates the breadth of the market and gives valuable insights into project integrity with its deep dive on REDD+ projects.
Ratings Methodology

Renewables (RES) Framework

For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our framework for Renewables (RES) projects.
Ratings Methodology

ARR Framework

For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our framework for Afforestation, Reforestation and Revegetation (ARR) projects.
Fact Sheet

How Sylvera uses machine learning

Learn how Sylvera utilizes machine learning (ML) and multiple types of satellite data to identify specific features of forests and land cover.
Ratings Methodology

REDD+ Framework

For each project type, Sylvera develops a proprietary framework to assess carbon credit quality. This paper outlines our overall framework for REDD+ projects, and highlights how we apply it to AUD and APD projects.
New E-book

The Sustainability Leader's Guide to Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCMs)

This guide will help you better understand the VCMs, so that you can navigate through the complexities and deliver your sustainability goals with confidence.
FACT SHEET

Company Overview

Why do we, as Sylvera, exist? What problems do we solve? How does our platform work? We answer all the above briefly in our Company Overview.
White Paper

Sylvera Carbon Credit Ratings Methodology & Processes Overview

How do we create a Sylvera carbon credit rating, what types of assessments do we carry out and what makes our carbon credit rating system accurate and reliable?
MARKET ANALYSIS

2022 Carbon Credit Crunch Report

Soaring prices, increasing carbon liability, the advent of "crypto carbon" -- What does 2022 hold for voluntary carbon markets (VCMs)? ‍ Download our latest proprietary research report to find out.
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Policy news round up - June 1 2023

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June 1, 2023
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New report: a call for improved climate-related disclosures

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May 25, 2023
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Policy news round up - May 17 2023

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May 17, 2023