Measurement, Reporting, and Verification for Novel Carbon Dioxide Removal in US Federal Policy

Abstract

This paper discusses the current landscape of measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) efforts for novel carbon dioxide removal (CDR) approaches within U.S. federal policy. The analysis finds that MRV is present to some extent in current and proposed U.S. federal policies supporting CDR, but its role and requirements are not consistent or comprehensive. We recommend that the U.S. government play a role in setting MRV standards for CDR that apply across federal policies and include seven principles for consideration within this proposed federal MRV function.