Principle of conservativeness
Definition
Justification for intentionally underestimating emissions reductions or removals increases to reduce the risk of overestimation of the climate benefit. The principle is applied when MRV cannot completely, accurately and precisely measure, report and verify emissions or removals.
Source
Glossary. "Realizing REDD+ National Strategy and Policy Option". KE Brandon, M Wells-A. Angelsen (Ed.), 2008