Sign on to the VCM+ Coalition

Complete the following form, if your organization supports the following vision for a next-generation verified carbon market (VCM+) and agrees to be publicly listed as a member of the VCM+ Coalition.

The Verified Carbon Market Coalition (“VCM+ Coalition”) seeks to deliver 5 billion cumulative tons of CO2e reduced and removed between 2026 and 2035 based on modernized and trusted market systems. Working together, the VCM+ Coalition will coordinate, strengthen, and amplify those working to deliver the next generation of high-integrity, scaled carbon markets.

The VCM+ Coalition supports a vision for a verified carbon market that is equitable, transparent, and transformational. The VCM+ Coalition aims to build a market that drives rapid investment in nature-based climate solutions, a just energy transition, technological innovation, and local and Indigenous community development and benefits around the globe by 2035 and beyond.

Vision for the Next Generation Verified Carbon Market (VCM+)

High Integrity Science. The VCM+ is grounded in rigorous scientific standards that ensure carbon credits effectively reduce or remove greenhouse gas emissions. It advances research, data systems, and methodologies that continuously improve market integrity and deepen understanding and implementations of carbon activities that support broader environmental and social goals.
Robust Oversight. The VCM+ is governed by a strong legal and institutional framework and supported by modern, interoperable market infrastructure aligned with financial market principles. It enables the large-scale issuance of high-integrity carbon credits while ensuring Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities receive tangible benefits and are protected by robust social and environmental safeguards.
Trusted Communications. The VCM+ fosters a culture of transparency, accountability, and clarity in all market interactions. It restores confidence in high-integrity, market-based climate solutions through consistent, credible, and accessible communications that empower informed stakeholder engagement.
Targeted Finance. The VCM+ mobilizes scaled, accessible capital through innovative carbon finance instruments that unlock high-impact mitigation projects. It equitably channels funding to local and frontline communities as key partners in climate action, advancing climate resilience and sustainable development.
Scaled Demand. The VCM+ enables climate-ambitious companies and governments to meet climate goals by credibly purchasing and retiring high-integrity carbon credits at scale. It supports claim integrity and transparent use, driving sustained demand aligned with global climate objectives.

Sign-On Form

Member Organization

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Membership Agreement and Terms

My organization supports the vision for a next-generation verified carbon market (VCM+) listed above and agrees to be publicly listed as a member of the VCM+ Coalition.

By joining the VCM+ Coalition, members affirm their alignment with the overarching vision of the VCM+, while understanding that:

Members agree to have their organization’s name listed publicly on the VCM+ Coalition website, donor materials, and other public-facing documents.
Members are under no obligation to engage in or support future activities or initiatives stemming from the Coalition, and there is no required financial commitment to join. Members may choose to—and are encouraged to—contribute to and engage in the goals and objectives of the Coalition in ways that are consistent with their organizational priorities and resources.
Membership in the Coalition reflects support for the vision of the VCM+ only. It does not constitute, and should not be interpreted as, an endorsement:
- by the Coalition of any member organization,
- by any member organization of the Coalition, or
- by one member organization of another.

This applies to practices, positions, activities, work products, partnerships, and all other matters.

My organization supports the VCM+ Vision and agrees to the membership terms

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