The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market is an independent governance body dedicated to ensuring the integrity of the voluntary carbon market. As a global benchmark, we establish and enforce the Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) to set definitive standards for high-quality carbon credits and determine CCP-eligible carbon-crediting programs and methodologies. Our mission is to direct finance towards genuine and additional greenhouse gas reductions and removals that go beyond standard achievements, ultimately contributing to climate resilient development.

We achieve this by drawing on the best available science and expertise in the field. The Integrity Council's mandate includes hosting and curating the CCPs, providing governance and oversight over standard setting organizations, market infrastructure, and participant eligibility. We also coordinate and manage interlinkages between various bodies, ensuring responsible growth of the Voluntary Carbon Market.

Join us in our mission to make a positive impact on our planet's climate future