In line with our commitment to transparency and integrity, we are providing all details of and access to audited documents pertaining to our carbon programs here. This initiative aims to ensure that stakeholders have access to program details and documentation in an easy-to-use way.
In the rural regions of India, the prevalent method for obtaining drinking water involves boiling, typically done using traditional cook stoves fuelled by woody biomass. Unfortunately, the resultant smoke and fumes significantly contribute to indoor air pollution. Additionally, households in these rural areas face challenges such as lack of grid connectivity or, in cases where connectivity exists, frequent power outages and low voltage. This situation forces households to resort to using kerosene for indoor lighting, further exacerbating indoor air pollution and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The Verified Project Activity (VPA) outlined in this initiative encompasses the marketing, education, distribution, and financing of solar lighting systems and water purification devices specifically tailored for low-income households and microentrepreneurs in India. MicroEnergy Credits Corporation Private Limited serves as the Coordinating and Managing Entity for this Program of Activities (PoA), overseeing the efforts of VPA implementers in the distribution of Clean Energy Products across India.
These products, namely solar lighting systems and water purification devices, play a pivotal role in providing clean drinking water and renewable energy for lighting. The water purification devices, distributed as part of the proposed VPAs, replace traditional cookstoves, eliminating the need for fuelwood to boil water, and consequently, reducing GHG emissions associated with fuelwood consumption. Simultaneously, the solar lighting systems serve as substitutes for kerosene-based lamps in households, mitigating potential GHG emissions resulting from the burning of fossil fuels, specifically kerosene. This multifaceted approach aims to address both water purification needs and lighting requirements while significantly curbing the environmental impact associated with traditional practices.
The audited documents for all the VPAs under this program are listed below. Click on the document name to open. These documents can also be found on the Gold Standard registry.
Project Design Documents
Monitoring Reports
Verification Reports
