Carbon Advisory

Advising clients on the selection of appropriate carbon offsetting strategies, including distributed technology like clean cooking, safe drink water, efficient lighting, solar irrigation, sustainable agriculture, and methane avoidance projects, tailored to their specific requirements

Assisting in the design and implementation of carbon projects, from inception to execution, ensuring alignment with international standards such as the CDM, Gold Standard, VCS, SD Vista, GCC, Article 6 etc.

Developing robust monitoring, reporting and verification systems to accurately measure, report, and verify carbon emissions reductions or removals, enhancing transparency and credibility for investors and stakeholders

Carbon Project Development

AGS help develop innovative low-carbon projects that empower communities to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change while meeting their basic needs. Our work spans community-based projects such as clean cooking, lighting, safe water supply, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, solar irrigation, and wastewater management. These projects involve a diverse range of technologies and approaches, from solid biomass and LPG cookstoves to solar and efficient LED lighting solutions, all geared towards fostering environmental sustainability and improving livelihoods.

With support from local implementation partners and NGOs, we have reached thousands of rural and tribal households in India. We have also collaborated with businesses to promote social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and carbon neutrality.

AGS specializes in providing structured financing for impactful initiatives that contribute to the Paris Agreement. AGS works closely with grassroot implementation partners to deliver high-quality projects for discerning clients seeking to make a positive environmental impact. We support the clients in implementing effective emission reduction programs.

Carbon Offset Sales & Trading

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At AGS, we specialize in providing expert advice on the financial structuring of carbon projects. Our team of experienced professionals works closely with clients to develop innovative and effective funding strategies that maximize project value and minimize risk.

We leverage a variety of financing mechanisms to secure funding for carbon projects, including:

Sale of Carbon Credits: Carbon credits represent a reduction/removal in greenhouse gas emissions and can be traded on specialized markets. We assist clients in monetizing carbon credits to generate additional revenue and offset project costs.
Equity Investments: Equity investments involve obtaining capital from investors in exchange for a stake in the project. We help clients identify suitable investors and negotiate favorable terms to secure the necessary funding.

Environment & Sustainability Advisory

At AGS, we are committed to conducting rigorous research on topics related to carbon markets, sustainable development goals. role of carbon markets. We also provide technical assistance to clients on various occasions. The work includes but not limited to:

Technical Feasibility: We analyze the technological requirements and constraints of the project, ensuring that the proposed solutions are technically sound and capable of delivering the desired outcomes.
Financial Viability: We conduct a thorough financial analysis to determine the project's profitability and assess its potential returns. This includes evaluating costs, revenues, and cash flows.
Environmental Impact: We assess the project's potential environmental impacts, including greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity effects, and resource consumption. Our goal is to ensure that the project aligns with environmental sustainability principles.
Regulatory Environment: We assess the role of existing regulatory framework and policies in the longevity and viability of the project.
Technical Assistance: We provided technical assistance to various projects depending on the requirement of the business or project.

Through our comprehensive research, we identify potential risks and challenges associated with the project. We develop strategies to mitigate these risks and maximize the project's returns.