What is the 3rd party audit and why is it needed?

A third-party audit is required to issue high-quality carbon credits, and it must be conducted by a third-party auditor with strong knowledge and skills in validating and verifying environmental information (such as ISO 14065 or ISO 17029). Riverse already accredited several VVBs.

This audit is necessary to ensure project quality and eligibility for carbon credit funding mechanisms. Most standards provide a list of accredited third-party auditors. You can find Riverse accredited VVBs here.