PCS PSF Project Submission Form_v1.0

Document Control

• Document code: PCS-PSF

• Title: Project Submission Form (PSF)

• Scope: Primary intake form for registering PCS projects (as applicable by track), capturing eligibility, boundary, methodology reference, safeguards/SDG linkages, VVB arrangements, and ownership/authorization evidence.

• Outcome: Standardizes project submission data and creates a consistent audit trail for PCS screening, validation, and registration.

Version history and change log

Table DC-1. Revision history

Version	Date	Status	Summary of changes	Prepared by	Approved by
v1.0	TBD	Draft	Release for public consultation	PCS	TBD

Superseded versions

No superseded versions for v1.0.

Only the latest approved version of this form 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 Superseded versions shall be archived and retained for traceability and audit purposes.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 form shall be used by Project Owners and Developers to register Regular Track (Type A/B) projects under the Planetary Carbon Standard (PCS). It replaces and consolidates previous project submission and instruction forms, adapting them for the PCS digital framework and registry. All information provided herein shall be consistent with the PCS Framework v2.0, the applicable methodology, and sectoral scope guidelines.

Section A – Project Identification and Eligibility

PCS Project ID (to be assigned by PCS Secretariat)
Project Title
Project Category	☑ Regular Track – Type A / Type B
Host Country
Sectoral Scope(s)
Applicable Methodology Reference
Estimated Annual GHG Emission Reductions (tCO2e)
Eligibility Confirmation	☑ The project complies with PCS Framework Section 7 eligibility criteria.

Section B – Project Proponent and Stakeholder Details

Project Proponent / Developer
Organization Type	☐ Private Entity ☐ Government ☐ NGO ☐ Other
Primary Contact Person / Focal Point
Official Address
Email / Phone
Other Stakeholders / Partners	List any key implementing partners or investors.

Section C – Technical Summary

Provide a concise summary of the project’s technical design, technology applied, baseline conditions, and expected emission reduction mechanism. Reference the applicable methodology and indicate key assumptions.

Project Type / Activity Description
Baseline Scenario
Proposed Technology or Practice
GHG Emission Sources / Sinks Addressed
Monitoring Parameters (summary)

Section D – GHG Accounting and Boundary

Define the physical and operational boundaries of the project. Indicate which GHGs are included and provide justification for any exclusions. Reference the applicable methodology sections on boundary and leakage.

GHG Gases Included	☑ CO₂ ☐ CH₄ ☐ N₂O ☐ HFCs ☐ PFCs ☐ SF₆ ☐ NF₃
Project Boundary Description
Leakage Considerations
Baseline Emissions Summary (tCO2e)
Projected Reductions over Crediting Period (tCO2e)

Section E – Sustainable Development and Safeguards Linkages

Summarize the project’s contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and environmental and social safeguards. Attach the completed PCS SDG Impact Assessment Form and PCS Environmental & Social Safeguards Form.

Primary SDGs Contributed
Key Environmental & Social Benefits
Linked Safeguards and SDG Forms Submitted	☑ Yes ☐ No

Section F – Validation and Verification Arrangements

Intended Validation and Verification Body (VVB)
Accreditation Track	☑ UNFCCC / ISO ☐ MOU Track
Planned Validation Date
Expected Verification Frequency
Independent Reviewer (if any)

Section G – Legal Ownership and Authorization

Provide information on the legal ownership of the project and the authorization granted to the developer. Attach the PCS Letter of Authorization (LOA) signed by the project owner or host country authority. Ensure consistency with the PCS Registry record.

Project Owner / Entity
Ownership of GHG Reductions	☑ Sole ☐ Shared ☐ Other (specify)
Letter of Authorization Attached	☑ Yes ☐ No

Section H – Declaration and Digital Signatures

By submitting this form, the undersigned confirms that the information provided is complete and accurate, and that all supporting documentation is retained and available for review by the PCS Secretariat and accredited Validation and Verification Bodies.

Authorized Representative (Name)
Organization
Signature / Digital Authorization Token
Date (DD/MM/YYYY)

Section I – Revision History and Approval

(Include revision history and approval details as required for tracking updates to this form.)