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Verra Registry
Transaction Process

How It Works

Every transaction follows a structured, documented six-step process — from initial NDA to final retirement certificate. Designed for institutional buyers who require defensibility at every stage.

From introduction to documentation.

01

Introduction & NDA

1–2 business days

Engagement begins with a confidential introduction call and execution of a mutual NDA. We establish buyer parameters: target volume, credit type preferences, vintage requirements, geography, and timeline.

  • Mutual NDA executed before any inventory disclosure
  • Buyer profile and procurement parameters documented
  • Compliance and regulatory context review
  • Dedicated account desk assigned
02

Inventory Review

Confidential
2–5 business days

We present a curated inventory list matched to your criteria. Each listing includes project type, registry, vintage year, methodology, geography, available volume, and documentation status.

  • Curated project listings matched to buyer criteria
  • Avoidance and removal options clearly distinguished
  • Vintage and methodology documentation provided
  • Preliminary pricing indication included
03

Full Diligence Pack

48h SLA
48-hour SLA

For selected projects, we deliver a complete due diligence package including validation and verification reports, MRV summaries, registry proofs, permanence and buffer pool explanations, and reversal risk notes.

  • Third-party validation and verification reports
  • MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification) summary
  • Registry proof of issuance and current status
  • Permanence, buffer pool, and reversal risk documentation
  • Methodology summary and additionality explanation
  • Article 6 / double-counting position notes
04

ERPA + Escrowed Funds

Escrow Protected
3–7 business days

Transaction is governed by an Emission Reduction Purchase Agreement (ERPA). Buyer funds are held in a structured escrow account and released only upon confirmed registry transfer — protecting buyer capital throughout.

  • ERPA drafted with clear liability and delivery terms
  • Buyer funds held in escrow until transfer confirmation
  • Legal review period accommodated
  • Force majeure and reversal provisions documented
05

Transfer & Retirement

1–3 business days

Credits are transferred on-registry to the buyer's designated registry account, then formally retired in the buyer's name with the specified use-of-proceeds notation. Retirement is permanent and publicly visible.

  • On-registry transfer to buyer's designated account
  • Formal retirement in buyer's name
  • Use-of-proceeds notation as specified
  • Retirement publicly visible on registry
06

Documentation Package

Audit-Ready
Same day as retirement

Upon retirement, we deliver a complete documentation package designed for CFO sign-off, legal review, ESG reporting, and third-party audit. Includes retirement certificate, audit trail, and claims-safe reporting guidance.

  • Official registry retirement certificate
  • Complete transaction audit trail
  • Claims-safe language guidance for public disclosure
  • GHG Protocol-aligned reporting template
  • Third-party verification support documentation

Legal defensibility at every stage.

Our process is designed to withstand scrutiny from legal counsel, financial auditors, and third-party ESG verifiers. Every step is documented, every claim is supported, and every retirement is on-registry.

ERPA-governed with clear liability boundaries
Escrow protection until transfer confirmed
Claims-safe language guidance included
Article 6 position notes provided
Full audit trail from sourcing to retirement
Third-party verification support documentation

Frequently asked questions.

What is an ERPA and why does it matter?

An Emission Reduction Purchase Agreement (ERPA) is the governing contract for a carbon credit transaction. It specifies delivery terms, pricing, quality standards, and liability provisions. ERPAs provide legal clarity and protect both parties — particularly important for enterprise buyers requiring documented procurement processes.

How does escrow protection work?

Buyer funds are held in a structured account and released to the seller only upon confirmed on-registry transfer. This eliminates counterparty risk and ensures buyers receive what they paid for before funds are released.

What does "claims-safe" mean?

Claims-safe refers to language and documentation practices that support accurate, defensible public statements about carbon credit use. We provide guidance on what can and cannot be claimed, based on credit type, retirement status, and applicable standards — without making claims on your behalf.

What is the minimum transaction size?

We work with enterprise buyers at 100,000 tCO₂e and above. For larger programs (1M+ tCO₂e), we offer dedicated desk support and preferred allocation.

How do you handle Article 6 and double-counting?

We provide neutral, factual position notes on Article 6 applicability and double-counting considerations for each project. Buyers are advised to consult qualified legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific guidance.

Ready to start the process?

Begin with a confidential introduction. NDA executed before any inventory disclosure.