Editorial Policy
This page explains how CarbonMeld produces scores, how the service is funded, and why commercial relationships do not influence individual project scores.
What CarbonMeld is
CarbonMeld is an automated analysis system. Scores are generated by a standardized LLM-based pipeline applied to public registry documents and marketplace data. No human editorial team assigns scores manually on a case-by-case basis.
Revenue model
CarbonMeld operates two revenue streams: (1) sponsor banner placements (sold to advertisers); (2) B2B consulting (sold to companies and funds). Document submission and pipeline re-runs are free of charge. Both revenue sources are disclosed here.
Why document submission does not influence the score
Document submission is free. Submitted documents are processed by the same standardized pipeline applied to all projects. Submitting documentation does not guarantee a positive score, a minimum score, or publication. The score is determined solely by the methodology applied to the submitted documentation.
Why advertising does not influence the score
Sponsor banner placements are managed separately from the scoring system. Advertisers have no influence over methodology criteria, individual scores, or publication decisions. Advertising inventory is sold based on audience reach, not on project scores.
Why consulting does not influence the score
B2B consulting clients receive strategic analysis based on CarbonMeld's published methodology. They are subject to the same standardized pipeline as all other projects in the database. Consulting relationships do not result in preferential scoring.
Metadata correction (free)
Project owners may request corrections to factual metadata errors (name, country, marketplace link, registry URL). Metadata corrections are processed manually and do not modify the score. Use the contact form on each project page or email [email protected] with subject [Metadata Error].
Pipeline re-run with new documents (free)
Project owners with updated documentation not yet included in the analysis may submit it to request a new pipeline run, free of charge. The result is determined solely by the methodology applied to the new inputs. A re-run does not guarantee a higher score.
System limitations
Scores depend on the quality and availability of public documentation. Projects with limited public documentation receive lower confidence ratings. CarbonMeld is not a registry, certification body, or investment advisor. Scores are outputs of an automated methodology and should be interpreted accordingly.
See also: Methodology · About the System