Isometric has launched its 'Improved Soil Management 1.0' protocol, a certification framework designed to standardise the verification of soil-based carbon removal projects. The protocol establishes rigorous requirements for data collection, monitoring, and project governance to ensure measurable and verifiable improvements in soil health and carbon sequestration. This initiative aims to address the lack of consistent verification standards in the soil carbon market, which has historically led to variability and scepticism regarding permanence and accuracy. By codifying strict requirements for project design, site validation, and ongoing verification, Isometric seeks to provide a unified, transparent framework for high-integrity soil carbon credits. The protocol also includes mandates for environmental and social safeguards, land tenure, and financial planning, aiming to facilitate institutional investment and scale biochar applications within a broader soil management strategy.
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