Can transitioning GS-CER projects replace the applied CDM methodology with a Gold Standard/other GS approved methodology?

Why can’t projects claim against SDG 6.1.1 “Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services” for end-users located more than 250m from the water source?

Which methodology version needs to be followed when transitioning CDM projects and PoAs?

What is the grace period for safe water projects using Annex 3 of ‘Technologies and Practices for the Displacement of Decentralised Thermal Energy Consumption (TPDDTEC)’ methodology?

Why is the scope of the new methodology reduced to only drinking water?

Do the new default/cap values regarding the claimable water volume indicated in the new methodology need to be considered for projects already registered? I.e. can the old projects continue to use the previous cap value of 7 liters/person?

Does Gold Standard approve projects applying the CDM methodology AMS-III.AV?

If a Project Area National Water Policy contradicts the methodology – which would take precedence?

What new areas will Gold Standard target post-2020?

This new methodology may significantly reduce the amount of carbon credits generated through safe water supply projects. Are you concerned that it may impact the financial viability of new safe water projects development?