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Climate Training Made Simple: Anaxee’s All-in-One Learning Program on Climate Change, Carbon Credits & Projects

Climate Knowledge for Everyone: Anaxee’s Climate Partner Training on Climate Change, Carbon Credits & Projects

Climate change is no longer a distant threat. It’s here, and it’s affecting our crops, our water, our health, and our economy. Yet most people, especially in rural and semi-urban areas, struggle to understand what climate change is and how it impacts their everyday life.

At Anaxee, we believe that the first step to solving a problem is understanding it. That’s why we’ve launched a simple, comprehensive, and affordable Climate Partner Training Program that breaks down complex concepts into bite-sized, easy-to-learn modules. This program is designed not for scientists or policymakers, but for real people working on the ground- field staff, students, NGO professionals, CSR teams, and anyone who wants to contribute to the climate movement.

Why We Built This Program:

India has immense potential to lead in the global climate effort. We have the land, the people, and increasingly, the technology. What we often lack is climate literacy at the grassroots. When people know why they are doing something, they do it better.
That’s what this training solves.

We’ve trained over thousand Digital Runners across India who execute projects like tree plantations, clean cooking stove distribution, and data collection. Now, we’re giving them (and you) the knowledge to understand the science and the purpose behind it.

And the best part? It’s available in simple Hindi, accessible from any device, and costs just ₹499 per year.

What Does the Climate Partner Training Include?

The training is divided into four modules, each designed to take the learner on a step-by-step journey from awareness to action. Here’s what’s inside:

Module 1: Understanding Climate and Climate Change

This foundational module sets the stage by answering basic but important questions:

– What exactly is “climate”?
– How is it different from weather?
– What are the key indicators of climate change?
– How is human activity responsible?

Format: Video lecture + PDF article + Multiple-choice assessment

The goal here is to help every participant, no matter their background, understand the scientific reality of global warming and its connection to their daily life. The content uses regional examples, animations, and analogies to keep it relatable.

Module 2: Carbon Emissions and the Greenhouse Effect

Now that learners understand the problem, this module dives into what causes it:

– How different sectors (transport, energy, industry, agriculture) emit carbon
– What is the greenhouse effect?
– How do carbon sinks like forests and soils help?
– What are the consequences of rising emissions?

Includes a Hindi explainer PDF that translates technical terms like CO2, CH4, GHG, etc., into easy language. Also includes emotional storytelling on climate disasters and their root causes.

Format: 3 videos + 1 document (in Hindi) + Quiz

Module 3: Emission Reduction and Sustainable Solutions

This module is action-oriented. Learners explore:

– What emission reduction means in real-world terms
– Breakdown of emissions by sector (buildings, transport, waste, etc.)
– How individuals, companies, and communities can reduce emissions
– How it connects with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

We also introduce tools like carbon calculators, simple lifestyle changes, and community-based projects that lower carbon footprints. Learners see examples of:

– Electric scooters replacing diesel ones
– Solar panels on rooftops
– Waste segregation and biogas units

Format: Videos + SDG Article + Interactive Quiz

Module 4: Carbon Credits & Climate Projects

This is the most applied module, where learners see how climate knowledge translates into real projects and finance.

It includes:

– What is carbon finance?
– What is a carbon credit?
– Who buys credits, and who earns them?
– How do field-level actions convert into carbon credits?

We use Anaxee’s own experience to explain:

– Agroforestry Projects – How bund plantations help farmers and sequester carbon

– Improved Cookstove Projects – Reducing indoor air pollution and firewood use

– Bamboo Cultivation Projects – Fast-growing carbon sinks

– Clean Energy Projects – Solar, EVs, and energy efficiency

– Waste Management – Based on Indore’s smart city model

– Green Transportation – Partnering with MoEVing and others

Each project section includes:

– Short case study
– Visual explanation

Format: 8+ Video modules + PDF Articles + Assessment + Final Conclusion

What Makes Anaxee’s Training Unique?

There are many climate courses online, but few are:

– In Hindi and built for Indian learners
– Based on real field experience from 540+ districts
– Designed for non-technical audiences
– Used by an actual implementation company working on verified carbon projects

This is not theory-only. This is practice-based climate learning.

We use this exact same training to upskill our internal teams and partners. Our Digital Runners, field managers, outreach teams, and even new corporate partners take this course before project execution.

That means you’re learning what real practitioners learn.

How It Helps You (or Your Organization)

– If you run a plantation or agroforestry program, you’ll understand how to make it carbon-credit eligible
– If you promote clean cooking, you’ll understand the science behind emission savings
– If you work with e-vehicles or solar, you’ll learn how those contribute to net-zero goals
– If you’re in CSR or ESG, this training equips your field teams with the context behind your goals
– If you’re a student or educator, this is a complete primer on carbon and climate topics in local language

Pricing & Access

– Cost: ₹499 (One-time)

– Access: 1 Year (Unlimited viewing)

– Device: Mobile-friendly, works on phones, tablets, desktops

– Includes: Video Lectures, Articles, Quizzes, Certificate

We’ve intentionally priced this affordably to ensure climate education is not limited to elite classrooms or urban audiences.

How to Enroll?

Visit- https://o.anaxee.com/climatepartnertraining

Click on Enroll Now, make payment, and start learning. It’s that simple.

Final Thoughts: Learning Climate by Doing

India will play a decisive role in the global climate battle. But change doesn’t just come from policy or top-down pressure. It comes from millions of people understanding, caring, and acting.

This training is a step in that direction.

It enables you to:

– Think critically about climate issues
– Communicate effectively on climate topics
– Understand carbon projects and green finance
– Join a growing ecosystem of action-driven climate workers

So whether you’re in a village, a university, an NGO office, or a corporate boardroom, this course is for you.

Call to Action

🎓 Enroll Today – For just ₹499, get access to India’s most practical, people-first climate training program.

🌱 Upskill Your Field Team – Equip them with knowledge, not just instructions.

🔗 Click Here to Start- https://o.anaxee.com/climatepartnertraining

Carbon Finance in Carbon Projects: Navigating Article 6 and the Future of Climate Funding

Introduction: What is Carbon Finance and Why It Matters

In the fight against climate change, money matters. Without reliable and scalable sources of funding, even the most innovative climate solutions cannot reach the ground. This is where carbon finance comes in. Carbon finance refers to financial instruments and investments that are directed toward reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It works by assigning a value to carbon reductions, making it possible to invest in projects that cut or remove emissions, and then monetize those impacts through carbon credits.

With the Paris Agreement now shaping global climate action, a specific part of the treaty- Article 6 has become the cornerstone of how international carbon finance will evolve. Understanding Article 6 is critical for project developers, investors, and governments alike. This blog dives into how Article 6 transforms carbon finance, what mechanisms it enables, and what challenges and opportunities lie ahead.

Section 1: A Quick Recap of the Carbon Market

Before we dig deeper into Article 6, it’s useful to recap how the carbon market works:

Carbon Credits: When a project reduces or removes GHGs, it can issue carbon credits (usually one credit = 1 tonne CO2e).
Voluntary vs Compliance Markets: Voluntary markets let companies and individuals offset emissions on their own terms. Compliance markets are regulated by laws or treaties.
Standards and Registries: Projects are certified under standards like Verra or Gold Standard, which ensure that credits are real, additional, and verifiable.

Traditionally, these credits have been bought and sold in a fragmented system, often limited to voluntary efforts. Article 6 changes that.

Section 2: What is Article 6?

Article 6 is a part of the Paris Agreement that lays out how countries can cooperate to meet their climate targets. It introduces new flexibility mechanisms to support emissions reductions through international collaboration.

There are two key parts:

– Article 6.2: Allows bilateral or multilateral cooperation between countries. One country can transfer emissions reductions to another country to help meet its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

– Article 6.4: Establishes a centralized UN-supervised mechanism to generate carbon credits from verified mitigation projects, replacing the old Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).

Both mechanisms are meant to ensure environmental integrity and avoid double counting. The key innovation is the corresponding adjustment—a system that ensures only one country (either the host or the buyer) can count a specific reduction toward its NDC.

Section 3: How Article 6 Enables Carbon Finance

Article 6 isn’t just about rules; it unlocks entirely new pathways for climate finance. Here’s how:

Credibility and Demand: Authorized credits with corresponding adjustments become more attractive for buyers who want to make robust climate claims.
Compliance-Grade Voluntary Credits: Companies under pressure to meet Science-Based Targets or use only “high-integrity” credits are now looking at Article 6-aligned units.
Public-Private Collaboration: Governments can now partner with private developers, using the finance from credit sales to support national climate plans.
Premium Market Access: Some markets (e.g., airlines under CORSIA or entities under Singapore’s carbon tax) accept only Article 6-authorized credits, increasing the price and volume potential.

With the right legal agreements and transparent registries, carbon finance under Article 6 becomes more scalable, trustworthy, and strategic.

Section 4: The Mechanics of Carbon Finance Under Article 6

Let’s break down how a carbon finance transaction under Article 6 typically works:

Project Development: A climate project is identified—say, reforestation, methane capture, renewable energy, or energy efficiency.
Host Country Engagement: The project developer applies for a Letter of Authorization (LOA) from the host government.
Standard Certification: The project is validated and verified by an independent standard (e.g., Verra, Gold Standard).
Issuance and Labeling: Upon verification, credits are issued with a tag noting whether they are authorized under Article 6.2 or 6.4.
Corresponding Adjustment: The host government adjusts its own emissions inventory to avoid double counting.
Sale or Transfer: Credits are sold to another government, a company under a compliance market, or a voluntary buyer.
Revenue Use: Funds can support the project itself or be channelled into broader climate and development goals.

The financial value here isn’t just the price per tonne; it’s also the reputational, strategic, and long-term investment appeal of credits that are aligned with global rules.

Section 5: Key Opportunities in Carbon Finance via Article 6

Mobilizing Large-Scale Investment: Governments and multilateral banks can blend public funding with private carbon finance to scale interventions.
Sovereign Climate Deals: Bilateral ITMO (Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes) deals like Switzerland-Thailand open the door for structured cross-border climate investments.
Finance for Hard-to-Abate Sectors: Article 6 could channel finance into sectors like agriculture, cement, or shipping, where mitigation is expensive but necessary.
Tech-Enabled Verification: Satellite monitoring, remote sensors, and blockchain registries make tracking Article 6 credits more efficient, reducing MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification) costs.

Section 6: Real-World Examples and Progress So Far

While COP 28 ended without finalized guidance on 6.2 and 6.4, several pilot projects and deals show strong momentum:

– Thailand-Switzerland ITMO Deal: The first publicized trade under Article 6.2, covering climate-smart infrastructure and transport.

– Singapore’s Carbon Tax Policy: Allows domestic companies to use Article 6 credits from approved standards for part of their liability.

– Gold Standard Authorized Credits: Credits from projects in Rwanda and Malawi have been labeled as Article 6-authorized, setting precedents for cookstove and energy access projects.

These examples show that, even as rules are finalized, the practice of carbon finance under Article 6 is already underway.

Section 7: Risks, Gaps, and Governance Challenges

Carbon finance under Article 6 is not without its problems:

Legal Uncertainty: Different interpretations of rules and lack of standard LOA formats.
Capacity Gaps: Many developing countries lack institutions to manage Article 6 accounting, registries, and authorization.
Price Volatility: With overlapping voluntary and compliance demand, pricing can fluctuate.
Equity Concerns: Will benefits flow to frontline communities, or just intermediaries?
Double Counting Risk: Poor registry integration or weak reporting can still allow abuse.

Addressing these requires harmonized frameworks, technical assistance, and possibly a global coordination body.

Section 8: What to Watch for in 2025 and Beyond

The next 2-3 years will be crucial. Here’s what stakeholders should track:

– COP 29 and COP 30 Outcomes: Final guidance on Article 6.4 and detailed MRV protocols.

– National DNA Roll-Outs: Countries will clarify how to apply for LOAs, what projects qualify, and how corresponding adjustments will be reported.

– Emerging Buyers: CORSIA airlines, ESG-driven investors, and Asian governments will shape demand.

– Registry Interoperability: Digital infrastructure to connect national registries with international standards.

– Price Signals: Watch auctions, bilateral deals, and spot-market platforms for real-time prices on authorized credits.

Conclusion: The Decade of Carbon Finance Has Begun

Carbon finance is no longer just a niche part of climate policy. With Article 6 laying the foundation for international cooperation, it becomes a primary tool to direct money where it matters most. For governments, it’s a way to attract investment and exceed national targets. For businesses, it offers verified and credible ways to contribute to global goals. And for the planet, it means real emissions cuts, financed faster, and tracked transparently.

The next wave of climate action will be funded not just by philanthropy or aid, but by smart, rules-based carbon finance. Article 6 is the rulebook. Now it’s time to play smart.

Partner with Anaxee to Unlock Article 6 Finance

Ready to turn these insights into real‑world climate impact? Anaxee’s Tech for Climate team combines 50 000 on‑ground Digital Runners with cutting‑edge data tech to help projects secure Article 6 authorization, verify results, and access high‑value carbon finance.
Schedule a call with Anaxee as sales@anaxee.com

Article 6 Authorized Carbon Credits: A Straight-Talk Guide for Indian Project Developers

1. Why This Matters (Quick Intro)

Climate finance is changing fast. After COP 28, everybody keeps hearing “Article 6”. The term sounds complicated, but in simple words it is just a new rulebook under the Paris Agreement that lets one country, company or airline use carbon reductions achieved in another country- as long as everyone counts them only once.

For small and mid-size project developers in India, this change opens two big doors:

Higher Prices. Buyers pay a premium for credits that carry an Article 6 “authorized” tag because these units come with extra proof that no one else—especially the host government—will double-count them.
New Markets. Compliance schemes like CORSIA (for airlines) have moved from trial to Phase 1 in 2025. Those schemes accept only Article 6 authorized credits from recognised standards such as Gold Standard.

Anaxee, with 50 000+ Digital Runners collecting field data across 11 000 pin codes, is perfectly placed to help rural projects grab this premium. This guide explains the mechanics in plain English and lays out a step-by-step action list for Indian developers, NGOs, and community groups.

2. What Exactly Is Article 6?

2.1 The Short Version

– Article 6.2 lets two or more governments trade “ITMOs” (Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes). Think of an ITMO as a carbon token that carries a government signature.

– Article 6.4 will create a UN-run crediting mechanism (something like the old CDM 2.0), but rule-writing is still stuck after COP 28.

– Both tracks insist that the host country must apply a corresponding adjustment—an accounting correction in its national inventory—so the same tonne of CO₂ is not claimed twice.

2.2 Why COP 28 Still Matters, Even Without Final Text

Negotiators in Dubai failed to finalise the 6.2 and 6.4 guidance, but real-world deals kept moving:

– Thailand and Switzerland executed the first government-to-government ITMO transfer.

– Gold Standard awarded the first “Article 6 authorized” labels to cookstove projects in Rwanda (Atmosfair) and Malawi (Hestian).

– Airlines entering CORSIA Phase 1 (2024–2026) confirmed they will only buy authorized credits.

Take-away: waiting for perfect UN text means losing time. Early movers are already locking supply agreements.

3. The New Buzzword: “Authorized” Credits

Authorized credit = ordinary carbon credit + official permission letter (LOA)

Letter of Authorization (LOA). The host government signs a document saying:
- Project X may transfer Y tonnes for purpose Z (NDC, CORSIA, or other).
- The government will adjust its own greenhouse-gas inventory accordingly.
Label in Registry. A recognised standard (e.g., Gold Standard) attaches a digital tag to each issued credit, showing which purpose(s) it can serve.
Transparency Gate. Registries stop users from retiring credits for purposes not covered by the LOA.

Because of the extra vetting, these credits normally sell at a 20–40 % premium over standard voluntary units—sometimes more when supply is tight.

4. Inside the Gold Standard Framework (2025 Edition)

Gold Standard upgraded its registry in three key ways:

Feature	Why It Matters
Multi-purpose tag (“Compliance”, “CORSIA”, “Other”)	Shows exactly which market you can use the credit in.
Separate flag for “Corresponding Adjustment Applied”	Buyers see if the host government has completed the bookkeeping yet.
Public upload of each LOA	Total transparency- anyone can download the letter.

For Indian developers, choosing Gold Standard means:

– Faster market access (CORSIA will recognise GS once final administrative sign-off lands later in 2025).

– Strong SDG tracking—important for CSR-driven buyers.

– Compatibility with existing methodologies (cookstoves, agroforestry, bio-char, bundled smallholder projects, etc.).

5. Market Signals You Can’t Ignore in 2025

Airlines Need Millions of Tonnes. IATA projects CORSIA Phase 1 demand at 200–250 million tonnes; supply of authorized units is still under 20 million. Math is simple: shortage = higher prices.
Corporate “Net-Zero” Police Are Tightening. The Voluntary Carbon Market Integrity Initiative (VCMI) and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) now nudge big brands toward Article 6 aligned credits for headline claims.
Southeast Asian Buyers Are Active. Singapore’s carbon tax allows regulated companies to surrender up to 5 % of taxable emissions using Article 6 authorized credits from accepted standards—Gold Standard included.

6. Where Does India Stand?

6.1 Policy Snapshot

Item	Status (July 2025)
Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS)	Pilot auctions under way; Article 6 alignment planned for 2026 roll-out.
Designated National Authority (DNA)	Re-notified under MoEFCC; draft LOA template circulated for comments.
Positive List	Energy efficiency, renewable micro-grids, agroforestry, clean cooking expected to feature.

6.2 What This Means for Rural Projects

– States like Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Jharkhand, where household biomass use is high, can become cookstove powerhouses- exactly like Rwanda’s example.

– Bund plantation models (Verra VM0047) can gain extra funding if authorized, because the buyer receives a compliance-eligible tonne rather than a voluntary one.

7. Why Anaxee Has a Built-in Advantage

Last-Mile Data Capture. Digital Runners already visit rural households; adding stove usage surveys or tree-survival checks needs zero new hiring.
Tech + Trust. Mobile app timestamping plus periodic drone fly-overs (sensor data pushed to an immutable ledger) offers verifiers bullet-proof evidence—exactly the traceability Gold Standard loves.
Scale at Speed. 50 000 runners across 540+ districts can implement identical protocols nationwide, giving India the scale factor every government official craves.

8. Step-by-Step Action Plan for Indian Developers

Step	What to Do	Time	Tip
1	Feasibility Check – match your project idea to India’s draft positive list.	1 week	Use Anaxee’s district-level data to pick clusters.
2	Choose Standard & Methodology.	2 weeks	Gold Standard or Verra; pick one with proven MRV.
3	Stakeholder Consultation.	4 weeks	Leverage Anaxee field crews to hold village meetings.
4	Prepare Project Design Document (PDD).	6 weeks	Keep language simple; highlight SDG co-benefits.
5	Submit LOA Request to DNA.	1–4 months	Attach letters of support from state authorities to speed things up.
6	Validation & Gold Standard Review.	3–5 months	Provide raw field data through Anaxee’s platform.
7	Issuance & Labeling.	1 month	Check that all three tags (Compliance, CORSIA, Other) appear as intended.
8	Market & Sell.	Ongoing	Target airline and Singapore-based buyers for best price.

Total timeline: as quick as 9 months for a straightforward cookstove bundle.

9. Risks & Reality Checks

– Revocation Risk. Host governments can, in theory, cancel an LOA. Mitigate by aligning with national priorities and maintaining clear communication channels.

– Price Fluctuation. Premium today doesn’t guarantee tomorrow. Hedge by locking multi-year offtake deals.

– Methodology Upgrades. If Article 6.4 UN rules introduce stricter baselines, be ready to update MRV. Continuous monitoring by Digital Runners acts as built-in safeguard.

10. Final Thoughts

Article 6 is no longer a future concept. Credits with the right authorization stamp are already trading, and compliance buyers are hunting for scalable, trustworthy supply. India can become a major source- if project owners act now.

Anaxee stands ready to plug your rural project into this premium pipeline with rapid data collection, tech validation, and transparent reporting. Contact our Tech for Climate team today, and let’s turn global rules into rural rewards.

How to Choose the Right Project Developer for Your Carbon Project in India

A Practical Guide for Corporates, NGOs, Investors & Climate-Tech Stakeholders

Carbon markets are booming, and India is emerging as a major hub for climate-positive interventions—from agroforestry and regenerative agriculture to clean cookstoves and household solar. But if you’re a corporate, CSR head, NGO, or carbon investor trying to launch a project in India, you’ll face a familiar and difficult question:

“Who can actually execute this project on the ground?”

You might be sitting on funds, methodologies, or even approval from a registry like Verra or Gold Standard—but without the right project developer, your climate ambitions will remain stuck in a PDF.

Why the Right Project Developer Matters

A carbon project is not just a plan- it’s an operational machine. It requires on-the-ground legwork, rigorous documentation, community trust, and long-term monitoring. A bad developer can sink a project before it even starts.
Choosing the right partner affects:

– Credibility of your carbon credits
– Timeliness of implementation
– Transparency in field activities
– Return on investment in voluntary or compliance markets
– Community impact and trust

What is a Carbon Project Developer?

A carbon project developer is responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and verifying carbon credit projects. In India, their scope usually includes:

– Selecting appropriate methodology (e.g. VM0047, C-Sink, GS for cookstoves)
– Community outreach and farmer/household onboarding
– GPS-tagged baseline and monitoring surveys
– Ensuring tech or intervention delivery (trees, stoves, LEDs, filters)
– Data management for MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification)
– Liaison with carbon registries
– The developer is the backbone of your carbon project. They turn theory into action.

Common Mistakes People Make While Choosing a Developer

Let’s call them out:

Choosing based on lowest cost: Cheap field vendors cut corners. It backfires at verification.
Going with international firms with no Indian ground presence: Great PPTs, zero impact.
Ignoring MRV capabilities: No data = No credits.
Underestimating last-mile complexity: India isn’t homogenous. Language, culture, literacy, and terrain vary widely.

Checklist: How to Choose the Right Developer in India

Here’s your comprehensive evaluation checklist:

Criteria	What to Look For
1. On-ground Network	Do they operate in the regions you care about? How many people can they mobilize locally?
2. Methodology Expertise	Have they worked with Verra, Gold Standard, or C-Sink before? Can they guide you?
3. Tech Integration	Do they use custom dashboards, GPS-tracking, mobile apps, QR tech, etc.?
4. MRV Infrastructure	Can they provide field-level monitoring reports with audit trails?
5. Transparency & Reporting	Do they share real-time project updates? Can you see what’s happening in each village?
6. Community Engagement	Are they trusted locally? Can they build rapport with farmers, women, and rural households?
7. Case Studies	What projects have they delivered? Can they prove scale and impact?
8. Language & Cultural Fit	India has 22+ languages. Can they train field teams in local dialects?
9. Data Ownership	Who owns the field data—You or them? Ensure your data rights are protected.
10. Long-Term Sustainability	Are they in for the long haul or just doing a one-time deployment?

Why Anaxee Should Be Your Carbon Project Developer in India

Let’s break it down.
Anaxee isn’t your typical “consultant” or agency. We’re India’s largest tech-enabled last-mile network, trusted by corporates, climate players, and NGOs to execute at scale with full transparency.

🔹 We’re Built for India

– 50,000+ Digital Runners on the ground
– Spread across 26 states, 540+ districts, and 11,000+ pin codes
– Speak local languages, live in the communities, and work tech-enabled

Our Tech for Climate Ecosystem Includes:

– Geo-tagged surveys and plantation verification
– Using Latest Technology- Apps, Drones, Satellite etc.
– Live dashboards for project monitoring
– Custom APIs for registry compliance
– Farmer onboarding for agroforestry and soil carbon projects

Anaxee's Tech For Climate, Survey, Farmer Onboarding, Field Assessment, Polygon Mapping, Tree Counting, Dashboards — Anaxee’s Tech for Climate for Agroforestry Project In India*

Digital MRV is Our Core Strength:

Carbon registries are getting stricter. Audits are intense. You need:

– Verifiable photos
– Timestamped data trails
– Plot-level accuracy
– Usage tracking (IoT or QR if needed)
Anaxee ensures all of this—digitally, at scale.

Questions You Should Ask Any Developer Before You Sign

Q. Can you show me your previous Verra/GS project reports?

Q. How do you monitor and track field activities in real time?

Q. How many farmers/households can you onboard per week?

Q. Who manages the data—can I access it via dashboard?

Q. What tech tools do you use for MRV?

Q. How do you ensure no fraud, no double-counting?

Q. Do you provide pre-verification reports?

If their answers aren’t confident or detailed—walk away.

How We Work With You:

We follow a modular approach:

Phase	Anaxee’s Role
Project Design	Provide on-ground feasibility, local insights, support methodology alignment
Field Mobilization	Deploy Digital Runners for household/farmer enrollment
Intervention Delivery	Physical delivery and installation (trees, stoves, filters, lights)
MRV	Full-stack monitoring- photos, GPS, survey, IoT (if applicable)
Registry Support	Share clean data logs for validation and verification

We can co-brand dashboards, generate custom reports, and even help you with community storytelling, Video Documentaries, Promotional Materials for your ESG/CSR.

How to Get Started?

Define your project – Agroforestry? Cookstove? LED? Regen Ag?
Reach out to us – We’ll set up a scoping call.
Get a proposal – Detailing cost, timeline, and tech stack.
Field pilot – We test it in 1–2 villages.
Scale across states – Based on verified learnings.

Final Words: Execution Makes All the Difference

No carbon project succeeds on paper.

Execution matters.
Trust matters.
Transparency matters.

That’s what Anaxee brings to your project.

If you’re planning to invest in a carbon credit project in India, don’t gamble on execution. Partner with a company that lives and breathes rural India, has deep tech, and believes in climate impact with integrity.

📬 Let’s Talk-

📧 Connect with us at sales@anaxee.com

India’s Carbon Credit Trading System (CCTS) Explained- How to Navigate the New Indian Carbon Market in 2025

1. Why Another Carbon Market- and Why Now?

India’s greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions still trail those of China and the US on a per-capita basis, but its overall share is climbing fast. To square rapid industrial growth with its updated Nationally Determined Contribution—45 % emissions-intensity cut by 2030 and net-zero by 2070—New Delhi is rolling out a two-tier carbon market: a compliance mechanism for big emitters and a voluntary offset window for everyone else. That umbrella framework is called the Carbon Credit Trading System (CCTS).

Global politics add urgency. From 2026 the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will slap tariffs on carbon-heavy imports; Indian exporters risk losing price advantage unless they can prove decarbonization. The CCTS provides a domestic price signal and an internationally credible emissions ledger.

2. The Legislative Backbone: 2022–2025 in Fast-Forward

Date	Milestone	What it Means
Aug 2022	Energy Conservation Act (Amendment) Bill passed	Legal authority for the GoI to issue and trade carbon-credit certificates (CCCs).
Jun 2023	Carbon Credit Trading Scheme Notification	Sets up National Steering Committee for the Indian Carbon Market (NSCICM), defines institutional roles.
Jul 2024	Detailed Procedure for Compliance Mechanism	Lays out MRV rules, registry design, banking limits, penalties.
Mar 2025	MoP approves 8 voluntary methodologies (renewables, green hydrogen, mangroves, etc.)	Opens non-industrial sectors to earn tradable CCCs.
Jun 2025	Draft emissions-intensity targets released	First time individual plants see proposed 2025-27 benchmarks.
Jun 2025	BEE draft target-setting notification	Formal consultation on baselines and trajectories.

3. Who Regulates What?

– Ministry of Power (MoP) – overall custodian of the Indian Carbon Market (ICM).

– Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC) – notifies legally binding intensity targets under the Environment Protection Act.

– Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) – administrator: sector analysis, target calculation, issuance of Carbon Credit Certificates (CCCs).

– Grid Controller of India (GCI) – runs the registry.

– Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) – licenses power exchanges and sets trading rules. Draft CERC regulations allow CCC trading on any recognised exchange; OTC deals remain barred for now.

4. Scope and Coverage: Phase 1 (FY 2026)

– Nine PAT-sectors migrate first: aluminium, chlor-alkali, cement, fertiliser, iron & steel, pulp & paper, petro-chemicals, petroleum refining, textiles.

– ~800 facilities above PAT thresholds expected.

– GHGs: CO₂ and PFCs initially.

– Metric: sector-specific emissions-intensity (t CO₂e / unit of product).

– Compliance cycle: annual reporting, three-year rolling targets.

Voluntary Window

Parallel rules enable non-covered sectors—agriculture, forestry, resi-buildings, green hydrogen—to register projects and generate CCCs. Renewable-energy credits formerly traded in the REC market can migrate once methodologies are approved.

5. How the Compliance Mechanism Works

Baseline & Target Setting
BEE calculates each sector’s trajectory factoring technology potential, historic energy data and 2023-24 emissions. Draft benchmarks for 2025-27 are open for comment until late July 2025.
Monitoring & Verification (MRV)
Gate-to-gate coverage of Scope 1 & 2 emissions; some Scope 3 (intermediate product trade) included. Entities must submit a verified GHG report within 4 months of FY close. Non-compliance triggers financial penalties under the Energy Conservation Act.
Issuance of CCCs
Over-achievers earn one CCC per tonne of CO₂e saved vs. target. Under-performers must buy and surrender CCCs.
Trading
Trades occur on power exchanges (IEX, HPOWERT, PXIL) under CERC oversight. No derivatives or short selling in phase 1; unlimited banking but no borrowing.

6. Timeline to First Trade- Reality Check

While initial MoP roadmaps imagined first trades in April 2025, institutional delays mean mid-2026 is more realistic, according to recent statements by the Power Minister. Petroleum-Economist analysis even warns of slippage into late 2026 if registry testing drags.

7. PAT to CCTS: What Changes for Industry?

Issue	PAT (2012-24)	CCTS (2025-on)
Instrument	ESCerts (energy savings)	CCCs (GHG reductions)
Coverage	13 sectors	Initially 9 sectors (expandable)
Metric	Energy/mass	GHG tCO₂e/unit
Trading venue	Power exchanges	Same, but stricter MRV & penalties
Banking	Limited across cycles	Unlimited within compliance mechanism

PAT experience gives firms a head-start on data systems, but emissions accounting demands fuel-specific NCVs, process-emissions factors and third-party verification—a leap in complexity.

8. The Voluntary Crediting Piece: New Money for New Sectors

On 28 March 2025 the MoP green-lit eight methodologies—including mangrove afforestation and green hydrogen—under a domestic offset mechanism. Expect full guidelines by Q4 2025 and trading once registry APIs integrate project issuances. That opens doors for:

Agro-forestry & Soil Carbon projects—big rural job creators.
Distributed clean-cooking (ICS) roll-outs.
Digital MRV providers (remote sensing, blockchain).

9. What This Means for Corporates

Compliance Entities

Model your intensity gap now using 2023-24 GHG data.
Identify least-cost abatement (heat-recovery, fuel switch, electrification).
Set up registry & exchange accounts early; auction windows may be thin.
Budget for carbon price volatility; analysts expect ₹600-₹1 200 /t ($7–14) in phase 1.

Non-Covered Players

Scout eligible project types (RE, hydrogen, mangroves, cookstoves).
Register early to benefit from first-mover credit scarcity.
Bundle small projects—volume matters for liquidity.

10. Challenges Nobody Should Ignore

Risk	Details	Mitigation
MRV capacity gap	India has <250 accredited verifiers; ~800 plants need annual audits.	Outsource to global auditors; build domestic capacity quickly.
Price discovery	Single-commodity exchanges could see thin volumes, wide bid-ask spreads.	CERC exploring market-maker role, but clarity pending.
Overlaps with REC/RPO, HPO	Firms could face multiple, sometimes conflicting, certificate obligations.	Government promised harmonisation, but rules still in draft.
CBAM alignment	EU may not recognise intensity-based credits.	Seek bilateral equivalence or use CCTS as step toward absolute caps post-2030.
Data fraud	High stakes may tempt mis-reporting.	Blockchain registry pilots, AI-based anomaly detection (where firms like Anaxee can add value).

11. Strategic Playbook for 2025–27

Map Exposure: Quantify both compliance burden and offset opportunity.
Invest in Data Infrastructure: Digital MRV will be a licence to operate.
Engage Policy Consultation: Target-setting drafts are live; lobby for realistic baselines.
Train Teams: Carbon accounting skills are scarce—build them in-house or partner.
Communicate: Investors increasingly price transition plans—use the CCTS narrative to showcase readiness.

12. Looking Ahead

India’s CCTS is not a quick copy-paste of the EU ETS; it’s an intensity-based hybrid tuned to India’s growth trajectory. The upside? Flexibility and political feasibility. The downside? Complexity and a risk of weak price signals if targets are soft. 2025-26 will be the shakedown period. Early movers—either reducing emissions or minting high-integrity credits—stand to lock in low-cost advantages before the scheme tightens post-2030.

For companies that treat carbon management as a side-desk issue, CBAM and domestic penalties will be an expensive wake-up call. For those who treat CCTS as a strategic lever, it’s a chance to turn carbon compliance into competitive edge—and, with the right partners, an entirely new revenue stream.

Planning or Executing a Carbon Project? Need help with consultation or implementation? Connect with Anaxee at sales@anaxee.com

References

ICAP ETS Database, “Indian Carbon Credit Trading Scheme” (July 2024 update) icapcarbonaction.com
Hindustan Times, “Govt notifies draft carbon rules for industries” (1 July 2025) hindustantimes.com
Press Information Bureau, “Carbon Pricing in India: Market Mechanisms for Climate Leadership” (23 June 2025) pib.gov.in
LinkedIn Article, A. Sheikh, “India’s CCTS: Policy in Motion” (26 Jun 2025) linkedin.com
SolarQuarter, “India Proposes New Emission Intensity Targets Under CCTS 2025” (26 Jun 2025) solarquarter.com
Economic Times Energy, “India to launch carbon market by 2026” (22 Feb 2025) energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com
CERC draft regulations summary, Mercom India (Nov 2024) mercomindia.com

Where to Register Your Carbon Project in India: Verra, Gold Standard, CarbonSink, CCTS & Other Key Registries

India’s net-zero deadline of 2070 has triggered an unprecedented appetite for high-quality carbon credits. Whether you’re a project developer planting agroforestry bunds in Madhya Pradesh, an NGO rolling out improved cookstoves in Bihar or a corporate CSR team exploring biochar, choosing where to register your project is now a strategic decision that can make or break financing, credibility and long-term impact.

This article guide walks you through the leading carbon registries accepting Indian projects, compares their rules, costs and timelines, and flags the legal nuances you should address before filing. If you’re new to the carbon market, treat this as a practical roadmap- no jargon, just the facts (with sources).

Why Registration Matters:

– Credibility & Market Access – Buyers, especially multinational corporates under science-based targets, demand credits issued by recognized registries.

– Avoiding Double Counting – A registry tracks issuance and retirement, ensuring the same tonne of CO₂e isn’t sold twice.

– Methodology Integrity – Robust methodologies protect against headline-risk (e.g., mis-labelled REDD+ vs. soil projects).

– Price Premiums – Credits from well-known registries typically trade 10-40 % higher than those from unknown or purely local systems.

Meet the Major Registries Accepting Indian Projects:
1. Verra:

Verra’s VCS is the largest voluntary registry globally, covering >1 900 projects and ~1 billion credits issued.
Key points:

– Project Types: Afforestation/Agroforestry, IFM, Soil Carbon, Biochar, Renewable Energy, Methane Abatement, Plastic Recovery, more.

– Relevant Methodologies: VM0047 (Agroforestry in Smallholder Bunds), VM0042 (Biochar), VM0049 (Rice), among others.

– Fees & Timelines: – Pipeline listing: USD 1 000, Registration fee: USD 2 000 (single methodology) / 3 000 (multi-method), Typical first issuance timeline: 12-18 months, depending on validator capacity.

– Strengths: Deep buyer pool, compatibility with CORSIA, extensive methodology library.

– Watch-out: Higher document rigor; expect multiple rounds of clarifications with the validator.

2. Gold Standard for the Global Goals:

Gold Standard (GS) positions itself as the premium label for SDG co-benefits.

Project Types: Cookstoves, Clean Water, Renewable Energy, Land Use & Forests, Waste Management.

Methodologies: e.g., GS TeV Method for cookstoves, Afforestation/Reforestation for biodiverse plantations.

Fees & Timelines:

– Account opening: Free
– Registration fee: 0.20 USD/t CO₂e (payable at first issuance)
– Annual administration fee: 0.04 USD/t CO₂e
– Typical lead time: 12 months for simple projects; 18-24 months for complex land-use activities.

Strengths: Strong brand among European buyers; explicit SDG impact tracking.

Watch-out: Revenue share per credit can be hefty for high-volume projects.

3. CarbonSink – Global Biochar & EBC C-Sink

Carbon Standards International’s C-Sink family certifies long-term carbon sequestration in biochar and related products.

Project Types: Biochar production & application, enhanced rock weathering, other durable sinks.

Methodologies: Global Biochar C-Sink v1.0 (2024), plus European Biochar Certificate (EBC) rules.

Fees & Timelines:

– Audit prep & report: €150 / hour
– Retirement fee: €0.10 – 0.30 per t CO₂e, depending on permanence class.

Typical first issuance: 9-12 months if feedstock traceability is well documented.

Strengths: Rewards long-term storage (>100 yrs), rising demand from tech firms seeking removal credits.

Watch-out: Niche buyer pool; project must pass strict life-cycle analysis on permanence.

4. India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) & the ICM Registry

In July 2024 India notified rules for a compliance Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) under the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and CERC. An electronic Indian Carbon Market (ICM) Registry will issue tradable Carbon Credit Certificates (CCCs).

Project Types (Phase I): Energy efficiency and renewable energy in hard-to-abate sectors.

Planned Phase II: Agriculture, forestry and waste projects once sectoral baselines are set.

Validation & Verification: Must be done by an Accredited Carbon Verification Agency (ACVA)—India-specific equivalent of a VVB.

Fees: Not yet public; draft consultation hints at minimal filing charges and market-based transaction fees.

Strengths: Mandatory demand from Indian corporates once compliance phases kick in; lower forex exposure.

Watch-out: Still evolving; methodologies and trading platform not fully live as of July 2025.

5. Other Emerging or Niche Registries Accepting Indian Projects

Registry	USP	Typical Indian Use-Case	Notes
Global Carbon Council (GCC)	CORSIA-eligible; strong Middle-East buyer base	Renewable energy, waste heat recovery	Updated fee schedule effective Feb 2025 (globalcarboncouncil.com, globalcarboncouncil.com)
American Carbon Registry (ACR)	Early mover on soil & rice methodologies	Regenerative ag in north-east India	Credits highly valued in US markets
Climate Action Reserve (CAR)	Rigorous North-America protocols	Methane capture from landfills	Few Indian projects so far, but open
Plan Vivo	Community-centred forestry	Smallholder agroforestry in tribal belts	Lower fees; heavy focus on livelihoods

(ACR, CAR, Plan Vivo information from publicly available registry websites and issuance statistics; no paywalled data cited.)

Head-to-Head Comparison

Registry	Project Types Supported	Methodology Depth	Geographic Focus	Validation & Verification	Indicative Costs	SDG / Co-benefit Tags
Verra (VCS)	Forestry, Agriculture, Energy, Waste, Plastic	100+ approved methodologies; updates quarterly	Global	Accredited VVB + Verra desk review	USD 3 000 reg. + 0.10 USD/t issuance fee; 12-18 mths to first credit	Optional SDG tagging
Gold Standard	Energy Access, Land Use, Water, Cities	~40 methodologies, all SDG-mapped	Global	Gold-Standard-approved VVB + GS secretariat check	0.20 USD/t reg. + 0.04 USD/t annual; 12-24 mths	Mandatory SDG reporting
CarbonSink (C-Sink)	Biochar & long-term sinks	2 permanence tiers; ISO-based MRV	Global	3rd-party auditor + Carbon Standards Int. review	€150/h audits + €0.10–0.30 t retirement; 9-12 mths	Durable removal, soil fertility
CCTS / ICM Registry	Energy (Phase I), AFOLU (Phase II)	Govt-drafted sectoral baselines	India only	ACVA + BEE oversight	TBD (draft indicates low filing fee); issuance linked to trading cycles	National SDG alignment
GCC	Energy, Waste, Blue Carbon	~30 methodologies; CORSIA eligible	Global (Middle-East focus)	IAF-accredited VVB + GCC QA	USD 1 000 account + issuance fee tiers; 10-14 mths	SDG & Islamic finance lens

Citations for cost data: Verra, Gold Standard, CarbonSink, GCC tables above.

Practical Checklist Before You Fil

– Clarify Ownership & Title
Land leases, tree usufruct rights and biomass feedstock contracts must align with registry rules on carbon title.

– Document Additionality Early
Capture baseline evidence (satellite, invoices, soil tests) before activities start. Verra and Gold Standard invalidate projects launched prior to listing except under strict “expedited listing” clauses.

– Pick the Right VVB
India hosts <15 VVBs accredited for land-use projects. Early booking can cut validation waits from six months to three.

– Build In Permanence Buffers
Forestry projects typically contribute 10-20 % of credits to a non-tradable buffer. Budget this into your financial model.

– Mitigate Double Counting
If you opt for CCTS later, ensure any voluntary credits are correspondingly adjusted under Article 6 to avoid invalidation.

– Understand Timeline–Cashflow Trade-offs:
Verra: Faster if you choose an “existing methodology” (avoid new methodology development unless budget >USD 100 k).
Gold Standard: Slower, but SDG premium can fetch +USD 2–3/t.
CarbonSink: Quicker crediting (removal projects) but smaller buyer base

– Factor FX and Transaction Costs: Paying USD fees from an INR account? Lock FX rates or use multi-currency wallets; even 2 % fluctuations can wipe margins.

– Align with CSR & ESG Goals: Corporates funding your project may prioritise SDG co-benefits (education, gender). Registries differ in how well they document these impacts.

Conclusion & Next Steps:
– Registering a carbon project in India is no longer a one-size-fits-all decision.
– Verra delivers scale and liquidity—ideal for large agroforestry or renewable portfolios seeking international buyers.
– Gold Standard suits community-centric cookstove or water projects chasing premium SDG pricing.
– CarbonSink is the specialist route for durable removal credits such as biochar.
– CCTS / ICM will soon be unavoidable for compliance-driven domestic demand, offering a home-market hedge against FX risk.

Before choosing, map your project’s size, credit vintage, co-benefit story and buyer profile. And remember: the cheapest registry fee isn’t always the lowest total cost once timelines, buffers and marketing premiums are factored in.

Need a Consultation or Implementation Partner for your Carbon Project in India Connect with us at sales@anaxee.com

Anaxee’s Swaraksha Film Selected In Indian Film Festival Stuttgart 2023

Germany | July 2023

Indian Film Festival Stuttgart is one of Central Europe’s biggest film festivals. Anaxee’s Swaraksha Film will be screened along with Shahrukh Khan & Manoj Bajpayee movies at the Indian Film Festival on 20 July 2023 in Stuttgart, Germany.

Swaraksha Impacted 3 Million People In Rural India

Swaraksha spearheaded by Anaxee, is a social project that has the power of uplifting the lives of those in need. Under the Swaraksha project, Anaxee started India’s largest Covid 19 awareness program for rural India.

More than 30 Lakh people have been counseled by Anaxee’s Digital Runners, and more than 20 Lakh vaccinations have been done in more than 13,000 villages in India. It is truly a large number and it shows what Anaxee Digital Runners have done to make India vaccinated and a Covid-19 free nation.

This project helped in demonstrating how a large distributed human network equipped with the right technology can help in solving any kind of problem in rural India.

Inspired by Anaxee’s Project Swaraksha, a film has been made, that shows the vision, ambition, and need for the Swaraksha project. The film was produced by Priyanka More, a National Award Winner film producer. Priyanka won the Best Film award in the social issues category at the 67th National Film Awards.

In a world where we often find ourselves immersed in fictional narratives, this film dares to delve into a real story of a project that empowers rural citizens. The film shows how Anaxee Digital Runners reached the underserved through Project Swaraksha.

Anaxee believes that if we provide the ‘Swaraksha’ to the rural community of India then India will get more protected both internally & externally.

Through Project Swaraksha, Anaxee shows the world that by embracing a tech-enabled approach and leveraging a last-mile feet-on-street model every problem can be solved in every corner of this big country.

Swaraksha – Digital Runner Film has recently got selected for Indian Film Festival, Stuttgart (Germany). The film will be screened at Downtown Cinemas Stuttgart on Thursday, 20 July 2023 at 4:00 PM along with some major Indian films.

Project Swaraksha – Digital Runner Short Film

On this big achievement, let’s congratulate Anaxee and its thousands of Digital Runners who brought rays of hope to those who needed it the most.

Project Swaraksha in a Glimpse-

01 Project
250+ Districts Covered
10,000+ Digital Runners Deployed
13,000+ Villages Covered
20,00,000+ Confirmed Covid-19 Vaccinations
30,00,000+ People Counseled

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