MethodologyRefurbishing of electronic devicesRIV-REC-01-ELECV2.2Last updated - 29/06/25Go to projects (12)Overall Available Credits61043tCO2eqOverall forecasted delivery353419tCO2eqUsed mechanismAvoidanceAbout the methodologySmall IT and telecommunication equipment constitute about 2% of global GHG emissions and are among the fastest growing sources of emissions. They also consume rare minerals and produce increasing amounts of hazardous waste, with most environmental impact occurring during manufacturing.Yet, only 50% of all end-of-life devices are properly collected, and under 5% are refurbished. Extending device lifetimes through repair and refurbishment cuts emissions by lessening the need for new device production.The Riverse methodology supports projects that collect, refurbish, and resell small electronics, promoting a circular economy. Read documentationTechnologyRefurbishing is the process of repairing and restoring used devices to good working order. The process typically includes:– Inspection and assessment: Evaluating a device’s functionality and physical condition, including grading based on performance and appearance– Refurbishing:Replacing defective components or upgrading parts, often requiring skilled technicians and using specialized tools and equipment.– Testing:Ensuring the device operates as intended and meets performance standards, confirming its suitability as a replacement for a new device.– Cleaning:Enhancing the appearance of the device through cleaning.– Software update:Resetting or updating the software to improve functionality, security, compatibility, and performance.– Packaging: Preparing the device for resale.Scientific approachThe methodology quantifies GHG emissions avoided using the ISO 14064-2 standard. The baseline scenario assumes the typical end-of-life treatment for devices and the production of new devices, for the given country where the project is taking place.The project scenario includes the transportation for collection of the devices, the residual value of the collected devices (they are not merely waste), the energy and material inputs for the refurbishing process.Our calculations compare the emissions from new device production and end-of-life treatment to those from the refurbishing processRead documentationComplianceGHG emissions calculationWe adhere to the ISO14064-2 standard to accurately quantify GHG emissions reductions and sequestration.Read moreProject reportingAll projects comply with the General Standard Rules in accordance with ICVCM and ICROA requirementsRead moreAudit and verificationAll projects undergo validation and recurring monitoring audits by accredited Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs).Read moreCredit traceabilityOur registry offers end-to-end traceability for the lifecycle of our credits, preventing double-counting and double-claiming.Read more
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GHG emissions calculationWe adhere to the ISO14064-2 standard to accurately quantify GHG emissions reductions and sequestration.Read more)
Project reportingAll projects comply with the General Standard Rules in accordance with ICVCM and ICROA requirementsRead more)
Audit and verificationAll projects undergo validation and recurring monitoring audits by accredited Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs).Read more)
Credit traceabilityOur registry offers end-to-end traceability for the lifecycle of our credits, preventing double-counting and double-claiming.Read more)
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