Regulation & Governance

Always independent, ESMA ready

Governance at BeZero

Regulation ready

Aligned to EU ESG Ratings Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2024/3005).

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Structurally independent

We don't sell dMRV, design or consulting services to the projects we rate.

Engaging developers

Proactive engagement with and notification to developers throughout the ratings process.

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Rating transparency

All methodologies, sector frameworks and headline ratings have always been publicly available.

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EU Regulatory Disclosures

Rating Product Disclosures

Ratings objectives (I, II, III, IV)
Considering E/S/G factors (I, II, III, IV)
Weighting E/S/G factors (I, II, III, IV)
Topics included in E/S/G factors (I, II, III, IV)
Ratings values (I, II, III, IV)
Considering international agreements (including the Paris Agreement) (I, II, III, IV)

General Methodological Disclosures

Overview of methodologies (I, II, III, IV)
Industry classifications (I, II, III, IV)
Overview of data sources (I, II, III, IV)
How we use scientific evidence (I, II, III, IV)
How we use AI
Engaging Project Developers

Limitations in data sources, methodologies and information

Limitations in data sources and methodologies (I, II, III, IV)
Limitations on information available to BeZero (I, II, III, IV)

Organisational Disclosures

Methodology Key

I - Ex Ante Rating methodology
II - Ex Post Rating methodology
III - Beyond Carbon Benefits Assessment methodology
IV- Beyond Carbon Risk Assessment methodology

Code of Conduct for ESG Ratings and Data Products Providers

BeZero is pleased to have signed up to the ESG Ratings Code of Conduct from the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) and the International Regulatory Strategy Group (IRSG). This action further reinforces our position as a strong advocate for robust disclosure practices and increased transparency to ensure development of and evolution of high-functioning carbon market.

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Independent carbon ratings

Independent carbon ratings and rating agencies matter because they allow anyone to assess the quality of any type of carbon project, at any stage, in any carbon market. They are essential to scaling climate action. Read about the seven key pillars at BeZero that guarantee independent, conflict-free ratings.

How we stay 100% independent

Ratings
Assess the quality of carbon projects for any type, at any stage, anywhere.
Products
Access the complete carbon risk toolkit, for every stage of the project lifecycle.
Research
Explore what's needed to deliver effective environmental markets.