Dalmia Chini Mills Nigohi Project

Audit Analysis

The Dalmia Chini Mills Nigohi biomass energy project (CDM-4608) demonstrates solid additionality through a VVB-confirmed combined test with a clear IRR comparison, and carries no inherent reversal risk as an energy-substitution project. However, the project-specific baseline, a 0% leakage deduction justified only as 'deemed negligible,' and the absence of verified ERR figures and FNRB methodology details limit confidence in the credit quantity. The project was previously rejected by the CDM Executive Board before approval, a historical credibility concern that was resolved.

Project Description

Red Flags

• ⚠Leakage deduction of 0% with justification limited to 'deemed negligible' — for a biomass energy project where displaced fuel could be used elsewhere, a quantified assessment would be expected
• ⚠Project-specific baseline rather than a jurisdictional or standardized baseline, increasing sensitivity to reference-plant assumptions
• ⚠Total verified ERR figure not found in the extracted record, preventing independent cross-check of claimed credits
• ⚠Project was previously rejected by the CDM Executive Board at EB33 due to name change and baseline issues before eventual approval

Credit Vintages

No issuances recorded on the registry.