What is the process for issuing VCUs?

Once projects have been validated and their GHG emission reductions or removals verified, a Project Proponent can request issuance of VCUs. The VCS Registry administrator will check all project documents to ensure due process has been followed and will then issue VCUs into the account of the Project Proponent. The project registration process is described in full in the Registration and Issuance Process. This document explains the roles of the various actors and the steps involved in VCS project registration and VCU issuance. Project registration and VCU issuance can be done simultaneously.