Woodland Carbon Code Version 3.0

Woodland Carbon Code Version 3.0 launches on Friday 1 August 2025. Projects already in development can continue to submit for validation or verification using Version 2.2 until 30 June 2026. You can view the Version 2.2 standard, guidance and documents on our version history page.

 

Introduction 

An introduction to the Woodland Carbon Code. 


Using the code

Information on how to use the code.


1. Eligibility

Requirements and guidance for project eligibility.


2. Project governance

Requirements and guidance for project governance.


3. Carbon sequestration

Requirements and guidance for carbon sequestration. 


4. Environmental quality

Requirements and guidance for environmental quality.


5. Social responsibility

Requirements and guidance for social responsibility. 


Glossary 

A glossary of terms used in the code. 

Related information

Template documents and tools

Document templates and examples.


Clarifications

Clarifications to versions of the code.


Version history 

Earlier versions of the Woodland Carbon Code, including 2.2.

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