13.1.7. The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Project Cycle

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of the Project Design Document (PDD)?

   Hint

   Think about what needs to be documented for a project to be credible.

2. 2.

   What entity is responsible for validating CDM projects?

   Hint

   Recall the third-party role in the CDM process.

3. 3.

   What is the first step of the CDM Project Cycle?

   • Host Country Approval
   • Project Design
   • Project Validation

   Hint

   Think about where the project starts in the cycle.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Designated Operation Entity (DOE) is involved in both validation and verification.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the roles assigned to different entities in the project cycle.

5. 5.

   Create a detailed outline of a hypothetical CDM project, specifying how you would ensure its additionality and the baseline emissions.

   Hint

   Consider how you can address potential questions stakeholders might have.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the potential implications of failing to secure proper validation for a CDM project.

   Hint

   Think about every aspect that validation protects in the CDM process.