Oyu Green validates cookstove projects in India
Srajan Shivhare
Oyu Green Team
Oyu Green Completes Validation and Verification of Improved Cookstove (ICS) Projects under the Verra Standard
Oyu Green has successfully completed the validation and verification of its improved cookstove (ICS) projects under the Verra standard, marking a significant step in its commitment to transparency and compliance in carbon credit generation. The initiative, located in India, benefits over 25,000 households while verifying the reduction of 1 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.
Ensuring Transparency and Accountability
The ICS validation process underscores Oyu Green’s dedication to ensuring transparency and accountability in its projects. This milestone sets a benchmark for similar initiatives, offering a robust framework for validating clean energy projects across multiple regions.
Impact on Communities and the Environment
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Community Benefits: More than 25,000 households now have access to energy-efficient cookstoves, drastically reducing indoor air pollution and improving health outcomes, particularly for women and children.
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Environmental Gains: Verified reductions of 1 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually contribute to global climate goals while preserving natural resources.
A Model for Scalable Solutions
The success of this validation initiative has attracted global attention, positioning Oyu Green as a leader in the clean cooking sector. By generating high-quality carbon credits, the project creates new funding opportunities for sustainable development and lays the foundation for scaling similar projects worldwide.
“Validation is not just a technical requirement; it is our way of ensuring that our projects deliver measurable, impactful, and scalable solutions for the communities we serve,” said Deep Gupta, Founder of Oyu Green.
Looking Ahead
This achievement reinforces Oyu Green’s mission to address climate change through innovative and impactful solutions. By setting a standard for validation and verification, the organization paves the way for clean cooking projects that deliver tangible benefits for both people and the planet.
