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This project generates renewable electricity by harnessing wind energy across multiple sites in Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh, India. By installing and operating wind turbine generators, it delivers clean power directly to the national grid—reducing reliance on fossil fuel-based electricity generation.
With a total installed capacity of 95.5 MW across 56 turbines, the project replaces carbon-intensive energy sources and contributes to large-scale emissions reductions. Over its crediting period, it is expected to avoid significant greenhouse gas emissions while supporting India’s transition toward a more sustainable energy mix.
As a bundled renewable energy initiative, the project combines multiple wind installations into a single, scalable climate solution—demonstrating how distributed clean energy infrastructure can deliver measurable climate impact while supporting regional development.
VCS1856
Registered
Gujarat & Andhra Pradesh, India
Energy industries (renewable – wind power)
191006 tCO₂e
02 March 2017 – 01 March 2027
Employment generation, infrastructure development, improved energy access, and support for local economic activity
The project has a strong commitment to environmental and sustainable development that benefit local communities through the following contributions:
Environmental Impact
By generating electricity from wind—a fully renewable and zero-emission energy source—the project directly reduces dependence on fossil fuels and avoids greenhouse gas emissions associated with conventional power generation.
In addition to CO₂ reductions, the project helps prevent harmful air pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter typically produced by thermal power plants. It also avoids the creation of solid waste, such as ash, commonly associated with fossil-based energy generation.
Community Impact
The project supports local communities through job creation during both construction and ongoing operations, contributing to improved livelihoods and regional economic stability.
Infrastructure development associated with the project—such as improved road access and connectivity—further enhances local conditions and can stimulate additional economic activity in surrounding areas.
Economic Impact
As a clean energy investment, the project contributes to reducing the gap between electricity demand and supply in the region. By increasing the availability of renewable power, it supports more stable and sustainable energy systems.
The project also drives local economic activity by creating both direct and indirect employment opportunities and encouraging long-term investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
Climate Action
The project delivers measurable climate benefits by supplying renewable electricity to the grid and displacing emissions-intensive energy sources.
By scaling wind power generation, it plays a key role in accelerating India’s transition to low-carbon energy systems and contributes directly to global climate mitigation efforts.
Technological Impact
Through the successful deployment and operation of wind energy technology, the project promotes the adoption of renewable energy solutions and demonstrates their viability at scale.
It also encourages further investment in clean technologies, helping to accelerate innovation and broader participation in the renewable energy sector.
Verification: This project is verified by the Verified Carbon Standard.
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Eric currently works as an independent consultant at the intersection of nature and climate, focused on catalysing market and non-market solutions to drive the just transition.
He previously was Head of Product at Earthshot Labs, supporting nature conservation and restoration projects across the global south secure project finance. Prior to Earthshot Labs, Eric led nature-based carbon project development for Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique and founded the Carbon Cooperative, a global alliance of leading nature conservation and restoration practitioners exploring carbon finance. After serving in the Peace Corps in Mozambique out of university, he spent much of his 20s working in community-based conservation and ecosystem restoration efforts in Sub-Saharan Africa interspersed with two startup ventures as co-founder and CEO of a mental health tech startup and COO of a sustainable coffee company. Eric has a dual Masters in Environmental Engineering and Environmental Policy from Stanford University where he was a NSF Graduate Research Fellow and a BS in Environmental Engineering from Tufts University.
Alan is a risk management thought-leader, superconnector, and FinTech pioneer. His mission is to enable an Earth Positive economy which includes nature in global accounting systems.
Alan is Founder of Generation Blue, a venture studio dedicated to planetary game changers powered by exponential technologies. Previously, Alan established Natural Capital Markets at Lykke AG, pioneering blockchain based forestry and carbon backed tokens. Alan has over two decades of risk management experience advising global financial institutions, and was a founding member of the RiskMetrics Group, a JPMorgan spin-off. Alan is an investor and advisor to regenerative impact ventures, including TreeBuddy.Earth, Regenativ, and Vlinder Climate.
Lori Whitecalf made history when she became the first woman to be elected Chief of Sweetgrass First Nation in 2011. She served three terms of office from 2011-2017.
Lori took a two-year hiatus from leadership to expand the family ranch and serve as the FSIN Senior Industry Liaison. She was re-elected on November 29. 2019 and again on November 30, 2021, as Chief of Sweetgrass. Chief Whitecalf practises a traditional lifestyle of hunting, fishing and gathering. She currently sits on the following boards: Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology, FSIN Lands and Resource Commission, Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre and Battleford Agency Tribal Chiefs Executive Council, FSIN Women’s Commission.
Tina is the Chief Business Officer for MLTC Industrial Investments, the Economic Development arm of the Meadow Lake Tribal Council. She has a diverse background of experience. Having spent 15 years as a municipal Chief Operating Officer, 20 years involved in Saskatchewan’s Health Authority Board Keewatin Yatthe and 9 years with Northern Lights Board of Education.
She continues as a Board Member with Beaver River Community Futures supporting small business development in her home region. Tina brings a wealth of experience in a variety of fields and many connections to the Indigenous communities of Northern Saskatchewan. In addition Tina holds a BA Advanced from the U of S, a Certificate in Local Government Authority from the U of R and is certified as a Professional Economic Developer for Saskatchewan and a certified Technician Aboriginal Economic Developer (TAED).
Tootoosis’ career spans 40+ years in HRM, political leadership, and Indigenous economic development, as a dedicated bridge builder and advocate for Indigenous causes.
As a key member of the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA) team since 2021, he develops strategies for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission final report and Call to Action #92.
He is a graduate of the First Nations University of Canada and a certified Professional Aboriginal Economic Developer. Spearheading various community initiatives while serving as a Chair of the SIEDN while directing ILDII and WIBF. Founder of MGT Consulting Tootoosis is based in Saskatoon, Treaty Six Territory.
Cy Standing (Wakanya Najin in Dakota) has a long and distinguished career including serving overseas as an Electronics Technician in the Royal Canadian Air Force, former Chief of Wahpeton Dakota Nation, former Vice Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indigenous Nations (FSIN), past Executive Director of Community Development Branch of the Department of Northern Saskatchewan as well as an Order in Council appointment to the Federal Parole Board.
Mr. Standing has served as a Director on many Profit and Non-Profit Corporate Boards, including serving as a Director for Affinity Credit Union with assets of over six billion dollars as well as IMI Brokerage and Wanuskewin and is currently a member of the One Tribe Indigenous Carbon Board.