CER — CeCicle Environmental Reductions
General Methodology for the Certification of Quantifiable Environmental Reductions
The CER — CeCicle Environmental Reductions methodology provides a standardized and auditable model for the quantification of environmental impact reductions. It aligns with major international frameworks such as the GHG Protocol, GRI, CDP, SASB, EFRAG, and guidelines from ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14040. All data and validations are recorded using blockchain technology, ensuring transparency, traceability, and data integrity.
Scope
Clean Energy Generation
Solar, biogas, and other renewable energy projects
Materials Recycling
Processing and reuse of recyclable materials
Reforestation
Forest conservation and reforestation initiatives
Refrigerant Gases
Replacement of high-GWP refrigerant gases
Waste Reduction
Solid waste reduction and landfill diversion
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency and industrial retrofit
Applicable to environmental projects of various types, as shown above. Each project type includes a customized technical questionnaire, adapted to operational, geographic, and regulatory specificities.
Technical Parameters
Emission Factors
Based on IPCC, MCTI, and adjusted by local utility providers
CO₂e Reduction Calculation
The methodology employs rigorous technical parameters to ensure accurate quantification of environmental reductions across different project types.
Resource Savings Calculations
Water Conservation
Gallons of water saved through efficiency measures and conservation practices
Oil Reduction
Gallons of oil avoided through alternative energy sources and efficiency
Waste Diversion
Pounds of waste diverted from landfills through recycling and reuse
Energy Savings
kWh saved or generated through renewable sources and efficiency measures
Forest Preservation
Trees preserved through conservation efforts and sustainable practices
Resource Savings Calculations depend on project type and provide quantifiable metrics for environmental impact assessment.
Additional Benefits
Auditable Environmental Assets
Generation of verifiable and traceable environmental assets that can be used for various purposes
Potential Tax Benefits
Potential for tax deduction according to applicable legislation in different jurisdictions
Marketing and Compliance
Validation for green marketing, ESG reports, and compliance audits
Greenwashing Prevention
Reduced risk of greenwashing, with traceability ensured via QR code
Technology and System Integration
CeCicle Blockchain
Registered on the blockchain with all data stored in an immutable, auditable format, accessible via QR Code.
System Compatibility
Fully compatible with internal and external audits, with the ability to generate certified reports.
International Compliance
The CER methodology is structured according to best practices in environmental governance and aligned with:
GHG Protocol
Greenhouse Gas Protocol standards for emissions accounting
Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
International standards for sustainability reporting
Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB)
Industry-specific sustainability accounting standards
European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG)
European standards for financial and sustainability reporting
CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project)
Global disclosure system for environmental impacts
ISO Standards
14064-1, 14040, among others for environmental management