Quality Score (0–100)
Each project is scored on the completeness and validity of its key data fields. Fields are weighted by their importance to carbon credit validation. A score of 100 means all fields are present and logically consistent.
| Field | Weight | Why It Matters |
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| Methodology | 20 pts | Required for emission calculations |
| Registration Date | 15 pts | Establishes project traceability |
| Crediting Period Start | 15 pts | Defines when credits can be issued |
| Crediting Period End | 15 pts | Defines credit validity window |
| Emission Reductions | 10 pts | Core metric for credit volume |
| Region Classification | 10 pts | Geographic classification integrity |
| Project Name | 5 pts | Basic identification |
| Project Proponent | 5 pts | Accountability traceability |
| Valid Date Order | +5 pts | End date must be after start date |
Risk Classification
Risk is assessed by combining the quality score with status-based flags. A project can be High Risk even with a decent quality score if its status indicates a terminal or critical lifecycle issue.
High Risk — quality score below 50, missing methodology, terminated status (Withdrawn / Rejected), or quality below 75 combined with 2+ risk flags
Medium Risk — quality score below 75, or "Late to Verify" status, or moderate data gaps (missing crediting period dates, missing region)
Low Risk — quality score 75 or above with no critical status flags and no significant missing fields
⚠ Important: Risk here refers to data quality risk, not project performance or financial risk.