> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.sylvera.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.sylvera.com/carbon-markets/carbon-markets/ratings.md). # Ratings Independent assessments of carbon credit quality across the full project lifecycle—from pre-issuance ratings to issuing and beyond. Sylvera Ratings help carbon markets function by giving participants transparent, independent insight into project quality. Quality varies significantly across the market, adding complexity and holding back scale and adoption. By giving participants a common, objective language for comparing carbon credits across standards and methodologies, our Ratings highlight risk and build confidence in the credits behind every deal. Sylvera’s Ratings are **independent assessments**, not self-reported scores. Sylvera analysts apply the framework to each project using their own data collection and analysis. The rating is Sylvera’s view, not the project developer’s or the registry’s. ### Who uses Sylvera Ratings today? * **Carbon credit buyers** use Ratings to compare projects, set minimum quality thresholds for procurement, and justify purchasing decisions to internal stakeholders. * **Investors** use Ratings to screen portfolios, monitor credit quality over time, and price permanence and additionality risk. * **Project developers** use Ratings to benchmark their projects, identify weaknesses before going to market, and demonstrate quality to potential buyers. ## User Guides Explore our range of Ratings Products and how to interpret them.


Full Rating	Our most rigorous due diligence product, built to support purchase and investment decisions.	Full Ratings
Estimated Rating	Our lighter-touch due diligence product, built to support prioritization and triage of projects within a portfolio.	Estimated Ratings

## Technical Documentation Deep dive into methodology and project type specific approaches


Project Type Frameworks	Project Type Frameworks
Rating Methodology	Rating Methodology

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