Verra revises rice methodology VM0051 for VCS programme alignment

Verra published a minor revision (v1.1) to its VM0051 methodology for improved management in rice production systems, effective immediately. The update clarifies requirements, aligns with VCS Programme version 5 rules, and refines guidance for project area stratification and quantification procedures. Projects requesting registration or crediting period renewal from 1 August 2027 must use VM0051, v1.1. The revised methodology has been submitted for assessment under the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market's Core Carbon Principles. Existing projects using VM0051, v1.0 can continue until their next crediting period renewal if they meet specific submission deadlines.