DevvStream Holdings Inc., an ESG (environmental, social, and governance) company, has achieved a significant milestone in the carbon credit trading arena. The company has secured a multi-year carbon credit purchase agreement with a Canadian subsidiary of a major investor-owned energy company. This groundbreaking agreement solidifies DevvStream’s position as a leading player in carbon credit project development and generation, with a particular focus on technological solutions.
Under the terms of the agreement, the buyer has committed to purchasing 250,000 carbon credits from DevvStream. These credits will be generated in compliance with the programs in Alberta and British Columbia for a minimum of three years. However, they will also be subject to meeting specific conditions, such as regulatory requirements in BC.
Trading carbon credits in compliance markets requires strict adherence to national, regional, and international policies and legislation. DevvStream will produce these credits in accordance with the Technology Innovation and Emission Reduction (TIER) Regulation, enacted under Alberta’s Emissions Management and Climate Resilience Act. The company will also ensure alignment with British Columbia’s forthcoming Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS). In the event that the OBPS is not finalized during the agreement’s term, the buyer may opt for equivalent voluntary credits as an alternative. Voluntary carbon credits, also known as carbon offsets, offer flexibility in meeting compliance requirements.
DevvStream offers a range of targeted and scalable carbon offset programs (COPs) to fulfill the agreement’s requirements. These COPs employ the Program of Activities (PoA) approach, which is recognized by the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). This approach allows DevvStream to bundle multiple eligible activities across predetermined jurisdictions, facilitating rapid deployment at scale.
DevvStream’s CEO, Sunny Trinh, emphasizes the company’s commitment to generating high-quality carbon credits that adhere to stringent environmental standards. These credits will align with the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) Core Carbon Principles and comply with robust methodologies outlined in Canadian law. Trinh further asserts that DevvStream’s ability to navigate strict regulations showcases their operational excellence in the carbon space.
The initial batch of carbon credits is expected to be delivered by 2024, with the final delivery scheduled for 2026. The agreement also allows for the possibility of purchasing an additional 400,000 credits beyond the specified period. This landmark agreement highlights the growing demand for carbon offsets produced through DevvStream’s diverse programs. As environmental concerns continue to take center stage, partnerships like this play a crucial role in addressing climate change while adhering to stringent compliance and quality standards.
