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Verra methodology trades 40% fewer issuances for integrity in assessed Brazilian REDD+ projects -ratings agency

Published 01:08 on April 15, 2026 / Last updated at 02:16 on April 15, 2026 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), Nature-based Carbon (Forestry), Voluntary (VCM Developments)

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New estimates from a ratings agency evaluating 15 Brazilian REDD+ projects transitioning to Verra’s updated VM0048 methodology could see credit issuance fall by up to 90%, while increasing chances of being rated BBB and above.
New estimates from a ratings agency evaluating 15 Brazilian REDD+ projects transitioning to Verra’s updated VM0048 methodology could see credit issuance fall by up to 90%, while increasing chances of being rated BBB and above.


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