Enhancing energy efficiency by replacing batch smelter by continuous smelter at Karaikal, Pondicherry
#42of 1329 in Industrial#157of 975 in India#193of 1459 in CDM (UNFCCC)#2of 12 in AMS-II.D
Audit Analysis
A CDM energy-efficiency project in India replacing a batch smelter with a continuous smelter, verified by TÜV SÜD with a confirmed barrier additionality test. The project over-delivered relative to its pro-rata expectation (324% of the one-year share of lifetime credits), but carries moderate risk from a project-specific baseline, six material findings flagged during verification, and gaps in FNRB and usage-monitoring documentation.
Red Flags
- Six material findings were raised during verification (baseline scenario, monitoring compliance, grid EF calculation, additionality, equipment lifetime, energy savings), though no corrective actions were ultimately required
- Grid emission factor is anchored to 2006 data, which is over 15 years old at the time of the latest monitoring report
- FNRB method and value are not stated in any available document, leaving the baseline emissions calculation partially opaque
- CORSIA eligibility and CCP status are not stated, leaving dual-channel risk unconfirmed
Credit Vintages
| Issued | Retired | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 9,299 | 0 | 9,299 | |
| 2011 | 34,654 | 0 | 34,654 | |
| 2012 | 16,025 | 0 | 16,025 | |
| 2014 | 11,188 | 0 | 11,188 | |
| Total | 71,166 | 0 | 71,166 |
Risk Indicators
VVB-confirmed barrier test
EE avoidance – no reversal risk
0% – deemed negligible, reasonable for EE
Project-specific, no reassessment recorded
Mentioned; FPIC and grievance not stated
CORSIA and CCP status not stated
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