Climate Forward!
When it comes to carbon, “emissions” is a dirty word unless you adopt a clean approach to measuring, mitigating, and managing the greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. The ESCRS Mission Zero initiative is rooted in the principle of eliminating waste, pollution, and emissions through a three-step approach: measure, reduce, and offset for optimal results.
We selected 5 Gold Certified projects that were carefully vetted for positive social, economic and environmental impact. Leading up to the Congress, we have offset 80% of the estimated carbon emissions through this approach, the remaining amount was calculated post-Congress with the final result of 100% of unavoidable emissions being fully offset.
Wind Power Project at Sea
Gold Standard-certified
Renewable energy development in Ben Tre Province, Vietnam
The No.5 Wind Power Plant Thanh Hai 1-4 project involves constructing an offshore wind farm in Thanh Hai commune, Vietnam with a total capacity of 110 MW and an annual output of 356.95 GWh. This initiative aims to generate renewable energy and integrate it into the national grid, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting sustainable energy sources in Vietnam.
Solar Power Plant in Pavagada
Gold Standard-certified
Cleaner energy through solar installation in Pavagada, India
The main purpose of this project activity is to generate clean electricity through renewable solar energy. The project involves installing a 250 MWp solar power plant in Tumkur district, Karnataka. It aims to integrate renewable energy into the national grid, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 426,731 tCO2e per year, and displace 455,520 MWh/year of fossil fuel-based electricity.
Barroso 20MW Hydroelectric Project
Gold Standard-certified
Small, low-impact project in Salgar, Colombia
The Barroso hydroelectric project, located along the Barroso River, showcases an 18.69 MW capacity and is projected to supply 131.24 GWh annually to Colombia’s National Interconnected System, enhancing renewable energy contributions in the region.
Nam Pha Gnai Hydro
Gold Standard-certified
Clean energy generation in central Laos
The Nam Pha Gnai project is a run-of-river hydropower station in central Laos that generates renewable electricity from flowing water. By displacing fossil fuel-based energy, the project reduces emissions and supports the country’s energy self-sufficiency. It contributes to low-carbon development and advances sustainable infrastructure across Southeast Asia.
Bamako Clean Cookstoves
Gold Standard-certified
Clean cooking solutions in Mali
This project distributes modern, fuel-efficient cookstoves to communities across Mali, helping reduce reliance on firewood and combat desertification. By lowering emissions and improving indoor air quality, the initiative supports better health, protects local ecosystems, and strengthens climate resilience in the Sahel region.