Equitable Earth (formerly ERS)

About

Equitable Earth is a global organization focused on conservation and restoration projects within the carbon markets. Established in 2020 and based in France, it certifies high-quality nature-based carbon projects while prioritizing the needs of Indigenous Peoples and local communities. The organization, formerly known as the Ecosystem Restoration Standard (ERS), rebranded in July 2025 to reflect its mission of creating a carbon crediting approach that aligns with community leadership and ancestral knowledge. Equitable Earth offers a comprehensive certification standard for forest conservation and restoration projects. Its framework evaluates projects based on ecological condition, carbon impact, and community livelihoods. The organization utilizes advanced technical innovations, including the BAAR framework, which employs machine learning for accurate carbon stock assessments. Additionally, Equitable Earth operates a digital platform that streamlines the certification process, making it efficient and cost-effective. The organization collaborates with forest communities, local governments, and project developers to enhance participation in voluntary carbon markets, with several pilot projects already underway across multiple countries.