PCS VV 001 Project Validation Report_v1.0
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Document code: PCS-VV-001
Title: Project Validation Report (PVR)
Scope: Template used by accredited Validation & Verification Bodies (VVBs) to perform and report initial project validation under PCS.
Outcome: Standardizes validation evidence, findings, CAR/CL/FAR tracking, and validation opinion for PCS registration decisions.
Version history and change log
Table DC-1. Revision history
v1.0
TBD
Draft
Release for public consultation
PCS
TBD
Superseded versions
No superseded versions for v1.0.
Governance note on versioning and archiving
Only the latest approved version of this template shall be used. Superseded versions shall be archived and retained for traceability and audit purposes. Printed or downloaded copies are uncontrolled; the PCS published version is the authoritative current version.
Purpose
This Validation Report template shall be used by accredited Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs) to perform project validation under the Planetary Carbon Standard (PCS). It is streamlined to align with PCS Framework v2.0 and digital registry protocols.
Section A – Project Identification
Project Title
Project Category / Track
☑ Regular (Type A/B) ☐ NBS (Type C) ☐ Other: ___________
Host Country
Sectoral Scope(s)
Applicable Methodology / Tool
Project Developer / Proponent
Validation and Verification Body (VVB)
Section B – Validation Scope and Objectives
Provide a summary of the validation objectives and scope, including the project stage being assessed (initial validation, revalidation, or post-registration validation). Specify which project components, timeframes, or sub-activities are covered by this validation.
Validation Objective
Validation Boundaries / Scope
Applicable PCS Framework / Methodology Sections
Section C – Validation Approach and Criteria
Describe the validation methodology adopted, including the criteria and processes used to evaluate project eligibility, baseline justification, monitoring plan adequacy, and stakeholder consultation. Indicate the validation methods applied and the level of assurance provided.
Sampling / Data Sources
Stakeholder Consultation Process
Evidence and Data Reviewed
Validation Team Members / Roles
Duration of Validation (Start–End Dates)
Section D – Validation Findings and Assessment
Summarize key validation findings under each major component of project design, including baseline scenario, monitoring plan, sustainable development contributions, and environmental integrity. Indicate conformance with PCS Framework and methodology requirements.
Project Design and Description
Baseline Scenario Justification
Applicability of Methodology
GHG Quantification and Monitoring Plan
Environmental and Social Safeguards
Stakeholder Consultation
Sustainable Development Contributions (SDGs)
Additionality and Permanence
Section E – Corrective Actions, Clarifications, and Forward Action Requests
Document all Corrective Action Requests (CARs), Clarification Requests (CLs), and Forward Action Requests (FARs) identified during validation. Include reference IDs, descriptions, and status updates.
Section F – Validation Conclusion and Opinion
Provide a professional opinion on whether the project meets the PCS validation requirements and whether it is eligible for registration under the applicable methodology and framework. Indicate any conditions or limitations.
Summary of Validation Conclusion
Conditions (if any)
Date of Validation Completion
Validated by (Lead Auditor / VVB Representative)
Section G – Signatures and Blockchain Verification
This report shall be digitally signed by the authorized representative of the Validation and Verification Body (VVB). The signed document must be uploaded to the PCS Registry for verification and timestamping on the Blockchain.
Organization / Entity
Digital Signature / Authorization Token
Blockchain Verification Hash
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