Tools are used to calculate, determine, demonstrate, estimate, identify and/or test information relating to a CDM project activity and are usually referenced in an approved methodology or a form. When referenced, all or specified components of the tool are required and mandatory.
Defining Characteristics of Tools
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Component-Based Structure: Unlike Modules, Tools maintain a component-based structure within policies. They are linked to policies through references rather than being fully embedded, maintaining a level of isolation. This design preserves the integrity of their internal mechanics, such as blocks, events, and schemas.
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Interface-Driven Interoperability: Tools are equipped with dedicated interfaces for seamless interaction within the policy ecosystem. These interfaces facilitate effective communication and functionality of Tools alongside other policy content.
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Limited Editability: Tools are designed with restricted editability to maintain their standardized functions. Standard Registries can modify only the external interfaces of Tools, ensuring consistent application and performance in line with established methodologies.
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Hierarchical Integration: Unique to Tools is their ability to encapsulate other Tools, allowing for a hierarchical structure within policies. This feature enables the development of complex, layered policy frameworks where each Tool contributes specific capabilities.
List of CDM Tools
| Tool Number | Description | IPFS Timestamp |
|---|---|---|
| Tool 1 | Tool for the demonstration and assessment of additionality | 1707834520.92598 |
| Tool 2 | Tool to identify the baseline scenario and demonstrate additionality | 1706866036.37701 |
| Tool 3 | Tool to calculate project or leakage CO2 emissions from fossil fuel combustion | 1706867833.67638 |
| Tool 4 | Tool to Emissions from solid waste disposal sites | 1708005850.45346 |
| Tool 5 | Tool to calculate baseline, project and/or leakage emissions from electricity consumption and monitoring of electricity generation | 1707833182.5032 |
| Tool 6 | Tool to calculate project emissions from flaring | 1707068762.88647 |
| Tool 7 | Tool to calculate the emission factor for an electricity system | 1706867530.88425 |
| Tool 8 | Tool to determine the mass flow of a greenhouse gas in a gaseous stream | |
| Tool 9 | Tool to determinine the baseline efficiency of thermal or electric energy generation systems | - |
| Tool 10 | Tool to determine the remaining lifetime of equipment | 1706867224.09846 |
| Tool 12 | Tool to calculate project and leakage emissions from transportation of freight | 1709106946.91315 |
| Tool 13 | Tool to calculate project and leakage emissions from composting | 1711359002.029988003 |
| Tool 14 | Tool to calculate project and leakage emissions from anaerobic digesters | 1711360482.771988021 |
| Tool 16 | Tool to calculate project and leakage emissions from biomass | 1711361537.374647879 |
| Tool 19 | Tool to perform demonstration of additionality of microscale project activities | 1706869798.17793 |
| Tool 21 | Tool to perform demonstration of additionality of small-scale project activities 3 | 1706873385.45582 |
| Tool 22 | Tool to calculate leakage in biomass small-scale project activities | |
| Tool 30 | Tool to determine calculation of the fraction of non-renewable biomass | 1707417996.17339 |
| Tool 32 | Tool to determine positive lists of technologies | 1707901421.87317 |
| Tool 33 | Tool to determine default values for common parameters | 1707915460.49358 |