GS Ecologically Sound Fuel Switch to Biomass with Reduced Energy Requirement
GS Ecologically Sound Fuel Switch to Biomass with Reduced Energy Requirement is a renewable energy methodology used by 2 projects. Registry records show 160,760 tonnes issued and 86.3% of them retired.
Key figures
Projects
2
Countries
2
Credits issued
160,760 t
Credits retired
138,658 t
Retired share of issued
86.3%
Projects yet to issue
0%
Source: Berkeley Voluntary Registry Offsets Database, as used by the Methodology Lab · Data as of June 2026
ICVCM status
No ICVCM decision on this methodology yet.
The CCP label is applied to credits by the registry, issuance by issuance. An approved methodology means credits from projects using it can be eligible; it does not mean every credit carries the label.
CORSIA programme relevance
Whether the programmes this methodology is used on are approved by ICAO. Programme level only; unit eligibility depends on dates, authorisation and each programme's exclusions.
Issuance by vintage
| Vintage | Issued (tCO₂e) |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 15,210 |
| 2020 | 7,230 |
| 2019 | 18,978 |
| 2018 | 19,707 |
| 2017 | 22,559 |
| 2016 | 21,750 |
| 2015 | 22,539 |
| 2014 | 22,865 |
| 2013 | 9,716 |
| 2012 | 206 |
Source: Berkeley Voluntary Registry Offsets Database · Data as of June 2026
Related methodologies
Same scope, with a more favourable ICVCM decision.
- AMS-I.C. Thermal energy production with or without electricity 205 projects · Under assessment, no decision published
- ACM0002 Grid-connected electricity generation from renewable sources 1,190 projects · Does not meet the Core Carbon Principles
- AMS-I.D. Grid connected renewable electricity generation 624 projects · Does not meet the Core Carbon Principles
- ACM0006 Electricity and heat generation from biomass 37 projects · Does not meet the Core Carbon Principles
- AM0072 Fossil fuel displacement by geothermal resources for space heating 12 projects · Does not meet the Core Carbon Principles
- AMS-I.L. Electrification of rural communities using renewable energy 11 projects · Does not meet the Core Carbon Principles
Questions about GS Ecologically Sound Fuel Switch to Biomass with Reduced Energy Requirement
How many projects use GS Ecologically Sound Fuel Switch to Biomass with Reduced Energy Requirement?
2 projects, in 2 countries, as of June 2026.
Is GS Ecologically Sound Fuel Switch to Biomass with Reduced Energy Requirement approved by the ICVCM?
No ICVCM decision on this methodology yet.
How much of the credits issued under GS Ecologically Sound Fuel Switch to Biomass with Reduced Energy Requirement have been retired?
86.3%, or 138,658 of 160,760 tonnes.