Governance

The SOCIALCARBON Standard is currently managed by the England & Wales registered Charity, Social Carbon Foundation (1210037).

The following Policies and Procedural Documents outline the way Social Carbon Foundation operates and ensure robust governance.

Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy

This policy outlines SCF’s measures to prevent bribery and corruption, thereby upholding the integrity of our Standard and Registry.

AML & CFT Procedures and Policy

This policy outlines the due diligence procedures required for project proponents, project stakeholders, and market practitioners engaging with our Standard and Registry.

Decision Making Policy

This policy outlines the process by which key decisions are made within SCF.

Incident Response Policy

This policy outlines SCF’s internal incident response and notification procedures to maintain information security.

Conflicts of Interest Policy

This policy outlines how SCF manages conflicts of interest to safeguard the integrity of our Standard and Registry.

Grievance Policy

This policy outlines the procedures for the timely and effective resolution of grievances raised against SCF.

Operating Manual

This document outlines the core operating functions of the Social Carbon Foundation, along with the procedures for managing the SOCIALCARBON Standard and certifying projects under it.

Environmental and Social Policy

This policy outlines how SCF aims to maximise social benefits and minimise environmental harm through its operations.

Longevity & Dissolution Plan

This document outlines the high level procedures for managing Social Carbon Foundation’s assets in the event of dissolution. These assets include the projects using the SOCIALCARBON Standard, the Standard itself and other assets.

VVB Policy

This policy outlines the requirements and procedures SCF uses to manage Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs).

Registry Procedures

This document outlines the core functions and procedures of the Registry.

Appointments Policy

This policy outlines the governance framework of SCF, including the procedures for appointing members to the Board, leadership positions, the Expert Network, and other committees.

Social Carbon Foundation Constitution

This document outlines the fundamental principles and bylaws that constitute the legal basis of the Social Carbon Foundation.