Version 1.0
The Reserve is developing the modular Landfill Protocol, which will address GHG emission reductions associated with installing a landfill gas collection and destruction system at landfill operations. This update is primarily a restructuring of the existing jurisdiction-specific Landfill Protocols into the new modular format and the addition of an option for eligible landfill gas-to-energy projects to receive credit for emissions reductions associated with the displacement of fossil fuels.
The Reserve’s modular format consists of the Landfill Protocol, which contains globally applicable guidance, and jurisdiction modules, which contain location-specific guidance.
| Protocol | Protocol Status | Jurisdiction Module | Jurisdiction Module Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landfill Protocol Version 1.0 | Open for public comment through October 23, 2026 |
Argentina Module Version 1.0 | Open for public comment through October 23, 2026 |
| Chile Module Version 1.0 | Open for public comment through October 23, 2026 |
Public Comment Period
The Landfill Protocol, along with Argentina and Chile Modules, are available for public review and comment. Please submit comments in Word or PDF format to policy@climateactionreserve.org by 5:00 pm PT on October 23, 2026. Staff will respond in writing to all submitted comments and will provide a summary document, along with the original received comments, after the close of the comment period.
- Landfill Protocol Version 1.0 – public comment draft (September 23, 2026)
- Argentina Module Version 1.0 – public comment draft (September 23, 2026)
- Chile Module Version 1.0 – public comment draft (September 23, 2026)
Public Comment Webinar
The Reserve is holding a public comment webinar to provide an overview of the protocol and modules and to solicit public comment.
Landfill Protocol Public Comment Webinar
Wednesday, October 14
9:00 am – 10:00 am PT
Register