(i) Article X: Environmental, Safety, and Reputational Issues

Suppliers must notify buyers promptly of environmental incidents, regulatory actions, local opposition, or press that could damage their reputation.

Comments

A CDR credit that is technically valid but reputationally toxic (e.g., linked to human rights abuses) is worthless to a corporate buyer. This section obliges early disclosure, allowing buyers to manage risk proactively. It reflects a lesson learned from past controversies around forestry and offset projects.