Request for Quotation – Black Carbon (BC) Add-On Methodology for Clean Cooking Projects (MECS)

Overview

Modern Energy Cooking Services (MECS) is inviting proposals for Phase 3 of its Black Carbon (BC) Add-On Methodology initiative, aimed at advancing clean cooking carbon accounting systems.

Black carbon is a powerful short-lived climate pollutant with significant near-term warming effects. Building on earlier phases that developed and validated a methodology for quantifying BC and organic carbon (OC) reductions, MECS is now seeking expert consultants to finalize the methodology, support submission to the Gold Standard, develop a BC impact calculator, and promote adoption through targeted outreach.

This assignment will contribute to strengthening climate finance frameworks and accelerating clean cooking solutions globally.

Eligibility

• Research institutions, consulting firms, or organizations with expertise in climate science, carbon markets, or clean cooking
• Demonstrated experience with carbon accounting methodologies or emissions modelling
• Strong understanding of black carbon, radiative forcing, or SLCPs
• Experience engaging with standards such as Gold Standard or similar frameworks
• Capacity to deliver technical tools and stakeholder engagement activities

Benefits

• Contract opportunity with a budget of up to £53,000
• Contribution to global climate mitigation and clean cooking innovation
• Opportunity to work with MECS and Loughborough University
• Visibility in advancing carbon finance methodologies and policy frameworks
• Engagement with global scientific and carbon market stakeholders

How to Apply

• Prepare a proposal (maximum 12 pages, excluding CVs)
• Include a detailed budget breakdown
• Email submission to: mecs@lboro.ac.uk
• Use subject line: “Black Carbon Add-On Methodology – Phase 3”
• Review full Terms of Reference before submission