> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://open-carbon-protocol.gitbook.io/ocp-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://open-carbon-protocol.gitbook.io/ocp-handbook/governance/ocp-governance-structure/ocp-advisory-board.md).

# OCP Advisory Board

The OCP Advisory Board is an i**ndependent governance body** with **formally delegated authority** over OCP program integrity. It is distinct from the Oneshot.earth Inc. Board of Directors, which is the corporate fiduciary body for Oneshot.earth Inc. 

The Advisory Board's authority is established by the OSE Board Resolution (9 January 2025) and governed by the OCP Advisory Board Bylaws (March 2026). The Advisory Board's decisions on methodology approval, audit oversight, and integrity disputes are binding on OCP and cannot be overridden by OSE management.

#### Current OCP Advisory Board

[Jocelyn Musters](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelyn-musters-208835b/)

[Mark Goldman](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-goldman96/)

[Will Coleman](https://www.linkedin.com/in/coleman-will/)

#### Advisory Board Appointments

The full lifecycle procedure for Advisory Board members, covering nomination through removal, is set out in the OCP Advisory Board Member Lifecycle Procedure v1.0 (July 2026). The procedure establishes decision-makers, voting thresholds, notice and response rights, conflict rules, and safeguards at every stage. The eight phases are summarised below.

<table><thead><tr><th width="92.73046875">Phase</th><th>Stage</th><th>Decision Maker</th><th>Threshold</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Nomination and independence assessment</td><td>CPO assesses; Advisory Board reviews</td><td>No vote (assessment only)</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Initial COI disclosure</td><td>Candidate submits COI Attestation; Advisory Board accepts</td><td>Advisory Board majority</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Advisory Board appointment vote</td><td>OCP Advisory Board</td><td>Unanimous approval</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>OSE Board notification and veto window</td><td>OSE Board</td><td>14-day window; silence = acceptance</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Formal appointment</td><td>Advisory Board Chair + OSE Board</td><td>Both conditions met</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Reappointment</td><td>OCP Advisory Board + OSE Board</td><td>Majority AB vote + 14-day OSE veto</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Suspension (pending investigation)</td><td>OCP Advisory Board (remaining members)</td><td>Majority vote</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Removal</td><td>OCP Advisory Board (remaining members)</td><td>Majority vote</td></tr></tbody></table>

Initial term is three years with one renewal of three years (six-year maximum); a two-year cooling-off period applies before a former member may be re-appointed. The OSE Board holds a 14-day veto right at appointment and reappointment but cannot appoint or remove members unilaterally. OSE management has no vote at any stage.

#### Independence

Advisory Board member independence is assessed in accordance with Delaware corporate law standards. Members must be free from OSE management direction and from relationships with project developers, validators, or methodology curators active on the OCP platform. Financial interests that are properly disclosed and managed through the recusal process do not constitute disqualifying conflicts of interest. All members complete an annual COI attestation disclosing any relevant financial interests, and recuse from specific decisions where those interests create a direct conflict.

#### Board Responsibilities

The Advisory Board exercises binding veto authority over OCP methodology approvals: it may withdraw or suspend a methodology approved by the expert panel, but may not approve a methodology the expert panel has not approved by super-majority vote. This authority is binding on OCP.<br>

The Advisory Board also reviews and approves:

* Internal processes and [updates to the Handbook](/ocp-handbook/handbook-version-history-+-public-commentary.md)
* Approach to risk management ([COI](/ocp-handbook/governance/conflict-of-interest.md), [KYB/AML/ABC](/ocp-handbook/governance/know-your-business-kyb-anti-money-laundering-aml-anti-bribery-and-corruption-abc.md)) and any identified issues
* [Annual audit](/ocp-handbook/governance/annual-audit-process.md) results (platform, methodologies, projects, experts)
* [Annual financial and operational reports](/ocp-handbook/welcome-to-the-open-carbon-protocol.md#annual-reports)
* Solutions to[ ad-hoc grievances or complaints](/ocp-handbook/governance/stakeholder-engagement-and-complaints.md)

And suggests:

* Improvements to the OCP platform, including rule updates
* When public consultations are needed (whole community or specific experts)
* When an ad-hoc team is necessary to address grievances and the process to assemble it

#### How the Board Makes Decisions

The OCP Board reviews the Handbook and COI register updates when major updates have been made, as well as annually. Ad-hoc meetings may be called for critical or time-sensitive situations.

Decisions are made by majority vote, with the option to abstain. Decision results and clarifying comments will be published as part of the Board notes, which will be recorded by the Secretariat and available on request.

Any decisions that cannot be made at the time will be recorded along with what is needed to make a decision next time (e.g., more data, additional expertise).

The Board can vote to send a decision to public consultation, either with the public, with the OCP community of users, or with specific expert groups. Public consultation periods run for 30 days, and all comments and responses will be published.