2G CARBON COIN (2GCC)
Whitepaper

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Executive Summary
2. Introduction to the Carbon Credit Market
3. Regulatory Context: MiCA Regulation and Carbon Market
4. 2G CARBON COIN Infrastructure
5. Utility and Functionality of the 2GCC Token
6. Tokenomics and Economic Model
7. Technology, Blockchain, and Smart Contracts
8. Security, Audits, and Certifications
9. Governance Model
10. Liquidity Planning and Listing Strategy
11. Carbon Credits Marketplace: Architecture and Phases
12. Strategic Partnerships and Stakeholders
13. ESG and ReFi Evaluation Model
14. Development Roadmap
15. Risks and Mitigation Measures
16. Environmental Aspects: Energy, CO2, and Sustainability
17. Tax and Regulatory Aspects for Investors
18. Final Considerations
19. Appendix A: Smart Contract Address, Audit, and Certifications
20. Appendix B: Glossary and References

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Offeror is 2GCC UK Ltd, a company registered in United Kingdom - Company Number 16136673 - The Registrar of Companies for England and Wales.

2G Carbon Coin (2GCC) is a crypto-asset classified as an "Other Crypto-Asset" under Article 4(1)(6) of Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 (MiCA). It is issued on Binance Smart Chain (BEP-20), with a maximum supply of 100 billion tokens. The project aims to become the global reference for trading Voluntary Carbon Credits (VCCs), through a decentralized, transparent platform aligned with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards.

2G Carbon Coin is a Utility Token. 

The whitepaper complies with art. 6 Mica 2023/1114 and to the best of the knowledge of the management body, the information presented in this white paper is fair, clear and not misleading and the white paper makes no omission likely to affect its import.

This whitepaper analytically documents the architecture, risks, market opportunities, and regulatory strategy to ensure transparency and trust among users, investors, and authorities.

The offer to the public of the crypto-asset does not constitute an offer or solicitation to purchase financial instruments and that any such offer or solicitation can be made only by means of a prospectus or other offer documents pursuant to the applicable national law. 

The whitepaper does not constitute a prospectus as referred to in Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 of the European Parliament and of the Council (36) or any other offer document pursuant to Union or national law.

2. INTRODUCTION TO THE CARBON CREDIT MARKET

The voluntary carbon credit market is one of the key drivers of the ecological transition. Each credit corresponds to one ton of CO2 avoided or removed. Companies and individuals purchase these certificates to offset their emissions. However, the market is fragmented, lacking transparency, and suffers from certifier reliability issues.

2GCC aims to solve these inefficiencies by offering a tokenized, accessible, and on-chain auditable trading system, reducing intermediary costs and increasing trust in the certifications.

3. REGULATORY CONTEXT: MICA REGULATION AND CARBON MARKET

3.1 Overview of MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation)

The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), formally Regulation (EU) 2023/1114, was adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of the EU to establish a harmonized legal framework for crypto-assets across all member states of the European Economic Area (EEA). Effective from 30 December 2024 for stablecoins and from 1 July 2025 for all other crypto-assets, MiCA aims to:

• Provide legal clarity for issuers and crypto-asset service providers (CASPs)
• Enhance investor protection
• Foster innovation within a secure regulatory environment
• Combat financial crime and ensure AML compliance

3.2 Crypto-Asset Classification Under MiCA

MiCA classifies crypto-assets into three broad categories:

1. Asset-Referenced Tokens (ARTs)
2. E-Money Tokens (EMTs)
3. Other Crypto-Assets (including utility tokens and payment tokens not backed by underlying assets)

The 2G Carbon Coin (2GCC) is classified under the third category—Other Crypto-Assets—as it does not qualify as a stablecoin, e-money, or token backed by a basket of assets. As such, 2GCC falls under the standard whitepaper and notification obligations per Articles 4, 5, and 6 of MiCA, without needing prior approval from a competent authority, but subject to post-filing notification obligations.

3.3 MiCA Requirements for 2GCC

To align with MiCA provisions, the following obligations are applicable to 2GCC:

• Whitepaper Disclosure: A comprehensive whitepaper must be prepared in compliance with Annex I of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2984.
• Liability Statement: The offeror bears full legal responsibility for the content.
• Notification to NCA: The whitepaper and related notifications must be submitted to the national competent authority (NCA) where the offer or admission to trading takes place.
• Language Requirements: The whitepaper must be in a language accepted by the host Member State.

2GCC fulfills these requirements voluntarily, in advance of a public offering or trading platform listing, to ensure alignment with the upcoming regulatory environment.

3.4 Alignment with Environmental Markets

MiCA does not explicitly regulate Environmental Commodities or Carbon Credits, but leaves the door open for integration with tokenized representations of environmental assets, provided these are not financial instruments. This positions 2GCC uniquely: while the token itself is a crypto-asset, its ecosystem bridges into the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM), an emerging sector under increasing regulatory scrutiny for transparency and environmental integrity.

Therefore, the project integrates best practices from:

• ICVCM (Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market)
• ISO 14064 standards
• EU Green Deal objectives
• Plan Vivo and Gold Standard verification

2GCC may also fall under future legislative initiatives such as the ESG Taxonomy Regulation or Digital Product Passports (DPPs) as the EU accelerates its sustainable finance agenda.

3.5 Legal Disclaimers

• 2GCC is not a financial instrument under MiFID II
• 2GCC does not confer rights of ownership, dividends, or claims on the issuer.
• the crypto-asset may lose its value in part or in full;
• the crypto-asset may not always be transferable;
• the crypto-asset may not be liquid;
• where the offer to the public concerns a utility token, that utility token may not be exchangeable against the good or service promised in the crypto-asset white paper, especially in the case of a failure or discontinuation of the crypto-asset project;
• the crypto-asset is not covered by the investor compensation schemes under Directive 97/9/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (35);
• the crypto-asset is not covered by the deposit guarantee schemes under Directive 2014/49/EU.

4. 2G CARBON COIN INFRASTRUCTURE

2G Carbon Coin (2GCC) is designed as the foundational digital infrastructure for the tokenized exchange of Voluntary Carbon Credits (VCCs). The ecosystem combines blockchain-based finance (DeFi), sustainability governance (ESG), and token economics to create an accessible, scalable, and verifiable green economy infrastructure.

4.1 Architectural Layers

The 2GCC infrastructure is composed of five interdependent layers:

1. Token Layer: The BEP-20 2GCC token, deployed on the Binance Smart Chain, serves as the medium of exchange, staking, and verification for the 2G ecosystem. The token’s smart contract is immutable and audited.
2. Marketplace Layer: A proprietary marketplace facilitates the buying and selling of certified Carbon Credits. The marketplace allows the listing of VCCs validated by recognized bodies (e.g., Plan Vivo, Gold Standard), using 2GCC as the settlement token.
3. Oracle and Verification Layer: Real-world project data is connected on-chain via oracles, feeding emissions reduction data and registry information. This ensures that all carbon credits listed are legitimate, timestamped, and publicly auditable.
4. Governance Layer: Token holders may participate in project reviews, governance proposals, and treasury allocation (e.g., for environmental initiatives) via a DAO-like structure under development.
5. Liquidity & Incentives Layer: This includes staking pools, reward systems for holding tokens, and liquidity provision mechanisms across decentralized and centralized exchanges.

4.2 Smart Contract Infrastructure

• Contract Address: 0x1a515bf4e35AA2DF67109281DE6B3b00Ec37675E
• Type: BEP-20 (compatible with Ethereum-standard ERC-20 tokens)
• Audit: Passed security audit by StaySAFU and other third-party auditors

Key technical characteristics:

• Fixed supply (100 billion)
• No minting function
• Transparent burn wallet for supply reduction
• Whitelisted DEXs and liquidity management

4.3 On-Chain Traceability and Transparency

Every 2GCC transaction, carbon credit purchase, and certificate issuance is traceable via BSCScan and mirrored in a decentralized data registry. This provides:

• Immutability of transactions
• Public audit of VCC provenance
• Fraud prevention through cryptographic hashes

4.4 Ecosystem Interoperability

The infrastructure is designed for interoperability with:

• Voluntary carbon registries (Plan Vivo, Verra, Gold Standard)
• Blockchain-based environmental DAOs
• ESG scoring platforms and oracles

4.5 Custodial and Non-Custodial Access

The 2GCC infrastructure supports both:

• Non-custodial wallets (e.g., MetaMask, Trust Wallet) for user autonomy
• Institutional custody via third-party providers for compliance-focused organizations

This hybrid model ensures inclusivity across retail and institutional markets.

5. UTILITY AND FUNCTIONALITY OF THE 2GCC TOKEN

The 2GCC token serves multiple roles within the ecosystem, balancing economic incentive, utility, governance, and compliance.

5.1 Medium of Exchange

2GCC is the primary settlement currency within the marketplace for carbon credit transactions. It ensures fast, traceable, and borderless payments.

5.2 Access Token

Holding a minimum threshold of 2GCC allows users and entities to access exclusive functions:

• Verified project registration
• Participation in DAO governance
• Priority listing of credits or services

5.3 Reward and Staking Mechanism

Users can lock 2GCC into staking pools to:

• Earn protocol rewards
• Access early project credits
• Contribute to liquidity stability

5.4 Governance Voting

Token holders may propose or vote on:

• ESG treasury funding decisions
• Marketplace fee structures
• Ecosystem upgrade paths

5.5 Discount Mechanism

Fees and commissions on the marketplace can be reduced through 2GCC staking or payments.

5.6 Carbon Offset Proofs

Holders may link 2GCC to verified carbon credits, generating on-chain offset proof NFTs for individual or corporate ESG reporting.

6. TOKENOMICS AND ECONOMIC MODEL

6.1 Token Distribution

• 90%: Locked in reserve burn wallet
• 5%: Liquidity provision (DEX/CEX)
• 3%: Marketing and operational expenses
• 2%: Technology and development
• 1%: Founders and early contributors

6.2 Deflationary Model

The supply is fixed at 100 billion tokens. The reserve wallet enables periodic burns to reduce circulating supply, increasing scarcity.

6.3 Utility-Driven Value

The token’s value is sustained by:

• Usage in carbon credit transactions
• Staking and governance
• Access to ESG reporting services

6.4 Treasury Mechanism

A community-managed treasury funds ecosystem growth, marketing, and environmental initiatives.

7. TECHNOLOGY, BLOCKCHAIN, AND SMART CONTRACTS

2GCC operates on Binance Smart Chain (BSC), benefiting from:

• High throughput
• Low gas fees
• EVM compatibility

Smart contracts:

• Enable token transfers, staking, voting
• Are open source and audited
• Include multisig governance and upgrade logic for DAO transitions

Future versions may include cross-chain bridges and integration with Layer-2 protocols.

8. SECURITY, AUDITS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

8.1 Audit History

The 2GCC smart contract has passed audits by StaySAFU and BlockSAFU. Key aspects:

• Reentrancy protection
• No minting or hidden owner functions
• Verified burn mechanism

8.2 Certification Standards

Environmental projects listed on the marketplace are certified under:

• Plan Vivo
• Gold Standard
• ISO 14064

9. GOVERNANCE MODEL

2GCC follows a progressive decentralization roadmap toward DAO:

9.1 Token Voting

Holders can:

• Vote on treasury allocations
• Propose ESG initiatives
• Elect community representatives

9.2 Multisig Controls

Before DAO maturity, a multisig council supervises major changes.

9.3 Legal Wrapper

Governance activities are registered via 2GCC UK LTD and potential offshore entities compliant with EU/UK law.

10. LIQUIDITY PLANNING AND LISTING STRATEGY

10.1 DEX Listings

Initial liquidity pools launched on PancakeSwap.

10.2 CEX Listings

Planned for:

• Tier-2 exchanges (e.g., BitMart, LBank, MEXC)
• Tier-1 listing pending market maturity and audit milestones

10.3 LP Management

Liquidity is periodically rebalanced to prevent slippage and incentivize trading.

11. CARBON CREDITS MARKETPLACE: ARCHITECTURE AND PHASES

11.1 Features

• Tokenized VCC listing
• ESG certification dashboard
• Offset history tracking

11.2 Phases

• Beta: community onboarding, backend testing
• Launch: integrations with registries, NFT proof of offset
• Expansion: DAO integration and ESG Oracle APIs

12. STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AND STAKEHOLDERS

Key partners:

• EFuels Carbon Digital Fund (Bermuda)
• Certifiers (Plan Vivo, Gold Standard)
• Exchanges and wallet providers

Stakeholders include:

• Project developers
• Individual offsetters
• Institutions with ESG mandates

13. ESG AND REFI EVALUATION MODEL

2GCC integrates:

• ESG scoring for projects
• On-chain sustainability KPIs
• Proof of impact NFT certificates

Protocols are aligned with:

• SDG Goals
• EU Green Deal
• ICVCM guidelines

14. DEVELOPMENT ROADMAP

Phase 0: Concept (2022)

• Tokenomics design
• Website, brand launch

Phase 1: Launch (2022–2023)

• Token issuance, audit
• PancakeSwap launch

Phase 2: Marketplace Beta (2024)

• Registry integration
• Offset proof NFT testing

Phase 3: DAO & CEX (2025)

• Governance voting
• Tier-1 exchange listing

15. RISKS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

Risks:

• Regulatory changes in crypto or ESG
• Volatility of crypto markets
• Reliance on third-party certifications

Mitigations:

• MiCA whitepaper compliance
• Fixed supply and public audits
• Multisig treasury controls

16. ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS: ENERGY, CO2, AND SUSTAINABILITY

The BSC network has:

• Low carbon footprint (PoSA consensus)
• ~0.00014 kWh per transaction
• 17% renewable energy usage

The platform promotes transparency in:

• Emission offsets
• ESG-linked actions
• Climate reporting standards

17. TAX AND REGULATORY ASPECTS FOR INVESTORS

17.1 Taxation

• Token income may be taxed as capital gains or income based on jurisdiction
• Offset NFTs may receive favorable treatment as environmental assets

17.2 Reporting

Investors may need to:

• Declare crypto holdings
• Track offset activities for ESG compliance

18. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS

2GCC represents a new standard in combining crypto innovation with climate accountability. By integrating tokenomics, ESG data, and transparent governance, it enables meaningful climate action with Web3 tools.

19. APPENDIX A: SMART CONTRACT ADDRESS, AUDIT, AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Smart Contract: 0x1a515bf4e35AA2DF67109281DE6B3b00Ec37675E
• Audit: StaySAFU, BlockSAFU, BSC Smart Contract Scanner
• Certifications Supported: Plan Vivo, Gold Standard, Verra (future)

20. APPENDIX B: GLOSSARY AND REFERENCES

BEP-20: Binance Smart Chain token standard. DAO: Decentralized Autonomous Organization. ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria. ICVCM: Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market. VCC: Voluntary Carbon Credit. MiCA: Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation.

Sources:

• European Commission, MiCA 2023/1114
• Binance Smart Chain Docs
• ICVCM Reports
• Plan Vivo & Gold Standard Standards

IMPORTANT NOTICE: 

This White Paper and this website are constantly updated as the project is in progress. 

The last update is 15/07/2025.