> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://open-carbon-protocol.gitbook.io/ocp-methodology-requirements/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-methodology-requirements/sections/15.-periodic-reviews.md).

# 15. Periodic Reviews

Methodologies will be reviewed periodically to account for changes in underlying assumptions or changes in best practice in the sector. 

The OCP runs [annual audits of all methodologies](https://open-carbon-protocol.gitbook.io/ocp-handbook/governance/annual-audit-process#methodology-review--audit) older than 12 months, but methodology curators are welcome to submit updates at any point. Minor revisions will be accounted for within a version (e.g. v1.0 to v1.1), and major revisions will require a new version (e.g. v2.0) and will require expert panel approval. 

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Additionally, [anyone can submit a complaint or grievance at any time](https://open-carbon-protocol.gitbook.io/ocp-handbook/governance/stakeholder-engagement-and-complaints), which will trigger a full methodology review.

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