Carbon Project Ratings Waste Management Methodology

This document is a methodology report that outlines the MSCI Carbon Project Ratings specifically for waste management projects. It details the framework used to assess the integrity and risks associated with carbon credit projects, emphasizing the importance of evaluating their impacts on climate, environment, and society. The report begins by defining carbon credit integrity and its significance in the global carbon credit market. It explains the methodology's structure, which includes various criteria for assessing waste management projects, such as additionality, quantification, and co-benefits. The document also discusses the governance and update processes that ensure the methodology remains aligned with best practices and stakeholder input. Sections of the report provide insights into the specific components of the assessment process, data sources, and assumptions that underpin the ratings. Overall, this methodology aims to enhance the credibility and effectiveness of carbon credit projects in contributing to environmental sustainability.