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KYOTO NETWORK'S METHODOLOGY
SCERM: Supply Chain Emission Reduction Method
Bridging Voluntary Action and Compliance Value.
FROM IMPACT TO INTEGRITY
Transforming Voluntary Action into Compliance Values
Most corporate emissions occur in supply chains, but the investments to reduce them are locked in voluntary systems. SCERM is the bridge.
Developed by Kyoto Network, SCERM is a research-based method that creates a verifiable, data-driven link between your sustainability projects and your corporate carbon ledger, turning climate investments into compliance-grade assets.
Supply-Chain Linked: Reductions are verified within your own
value chain.
Compliance-Ready: Data is structured for frameworks like
CBAM, ETS, and Article 6.
Capital Efficient: One verification process serves both
impact and compliance goals.
End-to-End Integration
From raw material sourcing to final product delivery
Real-Time Monitoring
Continuous data collection and verification
Verified Outcomes
Auditable results with full transparency
~75%
of corporate emissions are in supply chains (Scope 3)
<20%
of these emissions have auditable data
10+
Global reporting frameworks aligned (ISSB, GHG Protocol,
CSRD)
THE FRAMEWORK
The SCERM Methodology: A Pathway to Recognised Value
SCERM functions as a data-verified attribution process, converting project-level impact into recognised corporate emission reductions.
The Five-Stage SCERM Process
A systematic approach to transform voluntary climate action into compliance-grade assets.
1
Voluntary Action
Implement high-integrity projects within your value chain
2
Supply-Chain Linkage
Establish traceable connection to corporate procurement
3
Quantification & Verification
Convert impact into verified reductions using accredited methods
4
Corporate Integration
Incorporate verified data into GHG inventory
5
Value Realisation
Use verified reductions in regulatory disclosures (CBAM, ETS) and corporate reporting (ISSB, CDP)
KEY MECHANISMS
Core SCERM Implementation Mechanisms
Proof-of-Linkage (POL)
A certified, data-backed connection that attributes verified emission reductions directly to your supply chain.
Three-Layer Verification
- Field Data: sensors, drones
- Independent Audit: ISO 14064, Article 6.4
- Digital Ledger: blockchain-secured
Interoperable Data Architecture
Seamless integration into ESG platforms and compliance systems (CBAM, ISSB S2).
SCERM IN ACTION
The Great Gum Belt Initiative
SCERM is being pioneered in Sudan, creating a blueprint for global application.
Carbon-Gum Integration: A Case Study
Direct Attribution
Carbon credits are inseparably linked to physical gum Arabic volumes sourced from smallholder farmers.
Verified Outcomes
Methodology aligns with Verra VCS VM0047 for Agroforestry.
Compliance Pathway
The project structure and data output are designed for recognition under Article 6.2 and evidence for CBAM reporting.
Great Gum Belt Impact
142.72 kg
CO₂e Removal per tonne of gum Arabic
37.5%
Verified reduction in Scope 3 emission factor
10
SDGs Advanced
Including Decent Work, Climate Action, and Life on Land
CARBON ACCOUNTING
Verified Carbon Accounting
Transparent, science-based carbon measurement with verified results
Carbon Removal Calculation
Based on peer-reviewed research published in the Journal of Environmental Protection (2023)
130.11 kg
Tree biomass carbon per tonne of gum Arabic
12.61 kg
Soil carbon per tonne of gum Arabic
142.72 kg CO₂e
Total removal per tonne of gum Arabic
Emission Factors & Reduction
Verified reduction in Scope 3 emissions compared to industry baseline
0.8 kg CO₂e/kg
Industry baseline emission factor
0.5 kg CO₂e/kg
Kyoto Network project emission factor
37.5%
Verified reduction in Scope 3 emissions
REPORTING SUPPORT
Corporate Reporting Framework Alignment
SCERM supports compliance with major global sustainability reporting standards
GHG Protocol
- GHG Protocol Category 1 (Purchased Goods & Services)
- Report verified supplier-specific emission factors
- Direct alignment with Scope 3 accounting requirements
GRI Standards
- GRI 305-3/4/5 compliance
- 5,000 tCO₂e/year reported reductions
- 0.5 kg CO₂e/kg saved (vs. 0.8 baseline)
EU CSRD / ESRS
- ESRS E1 & S2 compliance
- Proof of additionality
- Documented worker co-benefits
SBTi FLAG / IFRS S2
- Alignment with emerging standards
- Scope 3 removals qualify toward 10% minimum removal requirement
- Future-proof compliance framework
YOUR COMMERCIAL PATHWAY
Flexible Implementation Pathways
Choose the SCERM integration model that aligns with your sustainability goals and business requirements
Bundled Premium
Insetting
Integrate carbon-neutral gum Arabic with embedded, verified emission reductions directly into your supply chain.
Simplifies Scope 3 reporting
Direct supply chain integration
Verified carbon-neutral products
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Standalone Credits
Portfolio Offsetting
Purchase verified SCERM carbon credits to meet your net-zero targets with high-integrity, supply-chain-linked units.
Flexible for net-zero targets
No gum purchase required
Portfolio diversification
Forward Financing
Prepay Agreement
Secure future carbon removal capacity with price certainty while providing upfront capital for project development.
Price lock-in & guaranteed removal
ESG-aligned finance
Supply chain resilience
Not sure which model fits your needs?
Our experts will help you design the optimal SCERM implementation strategy.
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MONITORING & VERIFICATION
Advanced MRV & Traceability Systems
Multi-layered verification ensuring data integrity and transparency
Remote Sensing
- IoT sensors track soil and biomass CO₂ in real time
- Sentinel-2 satellites provide weekly deforestation and NDVI monitoring
- Drones conduct quarterly LiDAR biomass scans
Blockchain Platform
- Live dashboards showing CO₂ stored, gum yields, and community payouts
- Immutable record of all transactions and verifications
- Transparent supply chain tracking from source to end user
RISK MANAGEMENT
Comprehensive Risk & Permanence Management
Multi-layered protection ensuring long-term carbon storage integrity
Dynamic Buffer Pools
20-30% reserve adjusted by local fire/flood risk to ensure permanence of carbon storage
Carbon Delivery Insurance
Protects against drought, conflict, or project failure, ensuring credit delivery
Geo-Tagged Sourcing
Complies with EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) through precise location tracking
SDG ALIGNMENT
Verified UN Sustainable Development Goal Alignment
SCERM contributes directly to 10 UN Sustainable Development Goals
VERIFICATION & GOVERNANCE
Robust Verification & Governance Framework
SCERM's credibility is built on adherence to internationally recognised principles and multi-layered assurance.
Third-Party Audits
Independent verification by accredited bodies (e.g., Bureau Veritas, DNV) ensures methodological integrity.
Article 6.2 Alignment
The methodology is designed for host country authorization and international transfer, overseen by Sudan's Designated National Authority (DNA).
Community Engagement
All projects uphold Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) and deliver verified sustainable development benefits
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Implement SCERM in Your Value Chain
Ready to transform your supply-chain emissions from a reporting challenge into a strategic asset? Let's discuss how SCERM can be applied to your operations.