„The unfashionable truth is that the only way to take direct responsibility for [your] emissions is to enable an equivalent amount to be absorbed, or avoid being emitted, elsewhere.
In short, to offset.”
(Martin Wright, Guardian Sustainable Business)

“Climate neutrality is an inescapable element
of ecological sustainability.”
– (László A. Rampasek)

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The Biosphere Credit Standard™ (BCS™) is an integrated nature-based assessment and credit system developed by OurOffset Nonprofit LLC that goes beyond traditional carbon standards.

Biosphere Credit™Its purpose is to support projects that improve biosphere conditions in a scientifically grounded, credible and tradable format.

The system simultaneously focuses on ecological, climate protection and social impacts, and is suitable for both evaluating and supporting new conservation projects and sustainable land use practices.


BCS™ Key Focus Areas:

1. Biodiversity and Ecological Diversity

  • Species richness, presence of endemic and endangered species
  • Functional and genetic diversity
  • Ecological network roles (e.g., pollinators, keystone species)

2. Carbon Sequestration and Climate Protection

  • Soil carbon and biomass-based CO₂ absorption
  • Land-use change (LUC) analyses, scenario-based comparison
  • Integration of CH₄ and N₂O impacts

3. Ecosystem Integrity

  • Habitat continuity, landscape ecological connections
  • Resistance to natural disturbances
  • Ecosystem services such as water retention, soil regeneration

4. Local Community Benefits and Social Acceptance

  • Community engagement, decision-making and social impact
  • Education, job creation, SDG alignment
  • Participatory monitoring and feedback

5. Scientific Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Field and remote sensing data collection (e.g., drone, Sentinel, NDVI)
  • Soil analysis, eDNA and microbial activity
  • Modeled values based on validated sources (IPCC, FAO, COMET-Planner)

6. Credit Generation and Assessment Model

  • Multi-dimensional “hectare-year” based assessment
  • Weighted scoring and multipliers: species protection, carbon, social impact
  • Transparent, auditable calculation system

7. International Compliance and Compatibility

  • Alignment with IUCN, IPBES, IPCC, CBD, LDN, TNFD/SBTN, CSRD/ESRS
  • VCM compatibility (Verra, Gold Standard)

8. Verification and Auditing

  • Independent verification bodies (VVB)
  • BCS™ Registry: tokenization, record-keeping, transparency
  • Loss reserve, protection against duplication

What can the Biosphere Credit Standard™ (BCS™) be used for?

  • Generating BCS™ Credits and Carbon Credits from nature-based projects
  • Certification of ecosystem restoration and conservation projects
  • Supporting ESG/CSRD compliance
  • Evaluation of sustainability projects with social impact

Detailed documentation and methodology available here:

The Biosphere Credit Standard™ (BCS™)biosphere.creditstandard.earth

Carbon Credit Project Registration: The First Step Toward Verified Carbon Units

One of the key requirements of the carbon credit market is the presence of reliable and verified projects.

Carbon Credit Project Registration: The First Step Toward Verified Carbon Units

To create carbon units, it is essential that the project is registered and transparent, meeting international standards and professional requirements.

Why is registration necessary?

Launching a new carbon credit project is a long and complex process that ensures the project’s authenticity and effectiveness. Registration is not just an administrative step but also a crucial foundation for the project’s scientific and financial validation.

The long road to carbon credits

  1. Developing a methodology – For new types of projects, a calculation and measurement methodology must be developed. If no suitable regulation exists, it must be standardized.
  2. Data collection and carbon balance preparation – The project’s carbon sequestration or emission reduction potential must be substantiated with detailed data.
  3. Verification and audits – The project’s results are verified and validated by independent organizations to ensure that the carbon credits genuinely represent the declared emission reductions.
  4. International recognition – Verified carbon credits must stand up to scrutiny in all professional forums and market mechanisms.

Extensive experience in carbon project development

OurOffset has participated in numerous carbon credit projects, from registration to the issuance of carbon units. Our expert team assists in developing methodologies, managing data collection processes, and preparing for audits to ensure compliance with the strictest requirements.

Further information and references:
OurOffset Carbon Developer Registry

Trust in the carbon credit market is built on transparency and rigorous professional verification. That is why OurOffset is committed to providing our partners with a transparent and reliable registration process, laying the foundation for a sustainable carbon market.

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