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On 21 April 2026 at 11:00 AM, the international conference “GECO 2.2 CERTIFICATION SCHEME – Certification of Carbon Removals and Reductions in Agriculture in Accordance with the EU Framework and Regulation (EU) 2024/3012” will take place at the University of Zadar (Croatia).

Organised by AGRRA within the framework of the GECO 2.2 project, the conference will focus on the operational implementation of carbon removal and emission reduction certification in agriculture, in line with the new European regulatory framework established by Regulation (EU) 2024/3012.

A strategic moment for European agriculture

The entry into force of the new EU Regulation marks a turning point for the voluntary carbon market and for the recognition of agriculture as a key contributor to climate mitigation.

The GECO 2.2 Conference aims to translate regulatory principles into practical solutions, offering a space for dialogue among:

• European and national institutions
• Ministries and public authorities
• Research and innovation organisations
• Accreditation and verification bodies
• Private sector representatives and financial institutions
• Carbon market experts

From regulatory framework to practical application

Discussions will address the core elements of certification, including:

• Regulatory requirements and quality criteria: quantification, additionality, permanence and sustainability
• Certification procedures: from activity planning and MRV systems to verification and issuance of certified units
• Transparency and traceability, with a focus on preventing double counting
• The role of agriculture in achieving EU climate objectives and supporting sustainable development

The programme will feature the presentation of the GECO 2.2 project and its operational tools, alongside expert panels dedicated to certification practices and carbon market integrity.

The Conference represents a key opportunity to strengthen cooperation between institutions, technical bodies and market actors, contributing to a credible, transparent and effective carbon certification system for the agricultural sector.

Further details on the agenda and registration will follow shortly. Stay tuned.