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Azerbaijan's Hydro-3 project, a collaboration between SOCAR Trading and AzerEnergy, has secured the country's first international carbon credits, certified by Gold Standard. Registered on May 28, 2025, the project covers two small hydroelectric power plants in Lachin and was officially presented with 10,745 carbon units on January 28, 2026, contributing to greenhouse gas reduction from April 2024 to August 2025. This milestone reflects Azerbaijan's commitment to its green energy strategy and highlights the renewable energy potential of the Karabakh region.