Generate carbon credits based on
recycling methods
Issuing carbon credits with green EV charging networks
Our second methodology, that refers to carbon credit issuance by green electricity powered EV charge points, has been verified by the independent sustainability project auditor, Green Cross Hungary, just like our fleet electrification monetization know-how.
These certifications prove that our know-hows are designed in a way to be line with the BSI standards and the GHG protocol, following the recommendations set in the Core Carbon Principles by the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market, and complying with the Monitoring, Reporting and Verification requirements, thus enables our Partners to generate high-integrity carbon credits.
ProblemGlobal Waste Crisis
Humanity’s growing waste problem is fueling climate change
Every year, the world produces over 2 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste, and this number is projected to grow rapidly with urbanization and population increase. A significant portion of this waste ends up in landfills or incinerators, releasing millions of tonnes of CO₂ and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. When organic waste decomposes in landfills, it emits methane — a greenhouse gas 84 times more potent than CO₂ over a 20-year period. Incineration, though often used as a solution, emits large volumes of CO₂ without addressing the root issue: we are generating too much waste and not doing enough to repurpose it. Recycling is one of the most effective ways to break this cycle — and it’s also a powerful tool for generating carbon credits.
the plastic ProblemPlastic waste is one of the most persistent threats to our planet
Plastics make up a substantial share of global waste, with over 300 million tonnes produced annually — and more than half of that is discarded after a single use. These materials do not biodegrade, and when burned, they release massive quantities of CO₂ and toxic chemicals. The environmental cost is staggering: plastic waste clogs ecosystems, pollutes oceans, and contributes heavily to climate change. However, plastics also represent an untapped opportunity — when properly collected and recycled, they can be transformed from pollutants into valuable raw materials. Technologies such as mechanical recycling, chemical recycling, and waste sorting facilities now make it possible to recover plastic waste at scale — reducing emissions and diverting plastics from incinerators and landfills.
turning waste into valueAdvanced recycling systems offer scalable climate solutions
Instead of burning plastic or sending it to landfills, dedicated waste processing units have been established to collect, sort, and recycle plastic waste into reusable materials. These systems are designed to preserve the material value of plastics, reducing the need for virgin plastic production — a major source of CO₂ emissions. Through processes like mechanical recycling (grinding and remelting plastics) and chemical recycling (breaking down polymers into monomers), waste is transformed into new products, reducing environmental impact and supporting a circular economy. These operations not only help tackle pollution, but also directly contribute to emissions reductions, making them eligible for carbon credit certification under various international standards.
How Waste Management Translates Into Carbon OffsetsRecycling projects can generate verified carbon credits through avoided emissions
When plastic waste is recycled instead of incinerated or landfilled, a measurable amount of greenhouse gas emissions is avoided. This reduction can be calculated, verified, and issued as carbon credits under recognized carbon accounting methodologies. By quantifying the emissions savings from activities such as diverting waste from incineration, reducing the need for virgin plastic production, and cutting methane emissions from landfills, waste management projects can become revenue-generating climate solutions. These credits can then be sold to companies and institutions seeking to offset their emissions, creating a financial incentive to scale up recycling infrastructure while driving measurable environmental impact.
USE CASES
Which Recycling Operations Qualify for Carbon Credits?
Plastic waste recycling
Collecting, sorting, and processing post-consumer or industrial plastic waste to recover materials for reuse, rather than landfilling or incineration. By avoiding virgin plastic production and preventing CO₂ emissions from waste burning, these projects can generate measurable emission reductions.
Tyre/metal recycling
Reprocessing used tyres and scrap metals into secondary raw materials for industrial use. These activities reduce the need for energy-intensive virgin material production and minimize emissions associated with improper disposal, such as open burning or uncontrolled dumping.
Agro waste management
Capturing and repurposing agricultural residues—such as crop stalks, husks, or manure—that would otherwise decompose or be burned in open fields. Techniques like composting, biochar production, or anaerobic digestion help avoid methane emissions and contribute to soil health, making them eligible for carbon credits.
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THE VERIFICATION
Of mitigia’s carbon credit generation know-how about recycling methodologies
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POST-FINANCING OF WASTE RECYCLING INVESTMENTS THROUGH THE ISSUANCE OF CARBON CREDITS
Our carbon credit generation know-how designed for waste recycling projects is certified to be in line with the recent ISO standard of Circular Economy, the BSI standards and the GHG protocol, following the recommendations set in the Core Carbon Principles by the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market.
Above this it complies with the Monitoring, Reporting and Verification requirements, thus enables our Partners to generate high-integrity carbon credits.
Date of voluntary registration: 13th August 2025 | No. of voluntary registration: 014224 | No. of carbon market verification: GCH-MIT-100915