The Climate, Community, and Biodiversity Standards (CCBS) were developed by a group called the Climate, Community and Biodiversity Alliance, convened by the Center for Environmental Leadership in Brussels. The CCBS is a gold standard equivalent for Land Use, Land Use Change and Forestry Projects.

CCBS projects include reforestation, conservation, agro-forestry and bio-energy projects that grow wood for energy.

The objective of the CCBS initiative is to encourage the development of land-use and forestry related projects with biodiversity and community benefits. Projects must meet 15 criteria to demonstrate net benefits to the climate, biodiversity, and socio-economic development.

Projects are evaluated by independent auditors, and are issued either Silver or Gold Status, depending upon the quality of the project.

For more information about the CCBS, click here . . .