BeZero Carbon has published independent ex ante risk ratings for 14 carbon dioxide removal (CDR) projects supported by Microsoft. The evaluated portfolio includes biochar, improved forest management, soil carbon, and agroforestry projects across Argentina, India, Peru, and the United States. This initiative provides a comprehensive overview of risk profiles for the market's largest corporate carbon credit buyer, addressing uncertainties in early-stage carbon removal initiatives. The ratings assess structural additionality, permanence protocols, carbon accounting, and operational execution to measure the likelihood of credit issuance. This establishes transparent benchmark metrics for evaluating pre-issuance CDR investments and reinforces Microsoft's internal procurement standards.
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