Section 3.2

    Quantification of Debris Collection

    3.2.1 Calculation of Net Waste Collection

    To enhance transparency and accuracy, separate credits will be issued for each material type collected. Each type of debris will generate its own credit category, directly reflecting the material recovered. The formula used for calculating the net waste collected is:

    Ni,y=(Di,y−Bi,y)N_{i,y} = (D_{i,y} - B_{i,y})
    (3.1)

    Where:

    • Ncollected,yN_{collected,y} = Net waste collected in cycle y (tonnes).
    • Di,yD_{i,y} = Waste of material type i collected by the project in cycle y (tonnes).
    • Bi,yB_{i,y} = Baseline waste collection for material type i in cycle y (tonnes).
    • nn = Total number of material types.

    Project waste collection is the amount of waste that is collected by the project activity after drying. Baseline waste collection is the amount of waste that would have been collected in the absence of the project activity. For a new activity, baseline waste collection equals zero Bi,y=0B_{i,y} = 0.

    3.2.3 Data and Parameters Monitored

    The following parameters must be monitored and recorded during the crediting period.

    ParameterUnitDefinitionSource type
    Di,yD_{i,y}tonnes/cycleAmount of waste of material type i collected by the project activity in cycle y.Direct measurement of weight on a dry basis at the collection site.
    Table: Data and Parameters Monitored

    Waste collection verification relies on photo documentation, weighing, and object detection technology. Participants must provide photos with weight readings and timestamps, along with disposal or recycling proof (e.g., receipts or certificates). Object detection algorithms verify material classification, with models meeting high-performance standards and providing audit-ready reports. For detailed methodology, see Section 2.5.1 Monitoring.

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