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The Institute for Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) has endorsed the Climate Change Commi..

A global assessment led by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst confirms that natu..

Microsoft has signed a landmark carbon credit agreement with Occidental Petroleum worth hundreds of ..

Sri Lanka is embarking on a significant project to map all tree species across the island, paving th..

The UK Coal Authority, tasked with managing the nation's coal mining legacy, has unveiled a nature r..

Singapore and Laos are set to strengthen their collaboration in clean energy, food security, carbon ..

A Dubai-based fintech company, AQUAE Impact, has joined forces with Sri Lanka's Earth Restoration to..

A Dubai-based fintech company, AQUAE Impact, has joined forces with Sri Lanka's Earth Restoration to..

Researchers from the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) highlight that understanding..

Uganda, renowned for its rich biodiversity, has launched the second phase of the Biodiversity 2030 (..

The Ministry of Finance has proposed amendments to Vietnam's Law on Corporate Income Tax, aiming to ..

In a move to enhance sustainable farming and carbon credit earnings, two certification companies, Fo..

Germany-based retail giant Lidl has teamed up with conservation organisation WWF to bolster biodiver..

The global market for carbon removal credits is poised to reach $100 billion annually between 2030 a..

The Dunleavy administration has finalised regulations to initiate the sale of carbon offset credits ..

The International Carbon Registry (ICR) has launched a new Pilot Biodiversity Program to integrate b..

Efforts are currently underway to create the International Organization for Standardization's (ISO) ..

A recent report by BeZero Carbon reveals that a $100 billion carbon market could catalyse $700 billi..

The Central African Forest Initiative (CAFI), a coalition of donors from Europe and South Korea, has..

DGB Group's share price has increased 75% year-to-date. On 2 January 2024, DGB’s shares were valued ..

The Japanese government has purchased 4 million carbon credits in the year ending 31 March, accordin..

Six environmental NGOs have expressed support for the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in its..

Terraformation, the forest restoration firm established by ex-Reddit CEO Yishan Wong, has sold its f..

Microsoft has made a landmark move in its environmental strategy by purchasing 8 million carbon offs..

France Valley, based in Paris, has announced the establishment of a €200 million ($214 million) fund..

A French-based developer, Fronterra, is set to introduce the first biodiversity credits from the Per..

Microsoft has made a significant move to bolster its carbon neutrality efforts by acquiring over 970..

Engie, a leading power company in Europe, has pre-ordered 5 million tonnes of nature-based carbon re..

Airlines are set to invest $600 million in carbon offset credits in 2024, according to the Internati..

The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has greenlit seven carbon crediting me..

India’s leading bottled water company, Bisleri International, has introduced a pioneering framework ..

South Downs National Park has launched the UK's first voluntary biodiversity credit scheme, marking ..

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) is establishing its first biodiversity fund, aiming t..

A Swiss-based non-profit, NatureFinance, has released new recommendations to enhance Africa’s biodiv..

A coalition of 10 West African countries is urging the global community to allow carbon offsets as p..

Singaporean companies can now tap into a broader pool of carbon credits to offset up to 5% of their ..

In 2016, the UN's International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) introduced CORSIA, the first glob..

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) in Nigeria has announced its..

The EU Council has officially adopted the corporate sustainability due diligence directive, marking ..

An Italian nature tech company, 3Bee, is set to introduce a standardised biodiversity framework by t..

Verra has announced a public consultation to gather feedback on proposed updates to its Verified Car..

The Biden-Harris administration has announced new principles for voluntary carbon markets (VCMs), un..

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) plans to finalise its carbon credits rulebook wit..

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has teamed up with CIFOR-ICRAF and other key par..

Carbon pricing revenues reached a historic $104 billion in 2023, according to a World Bank report. M..

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Forestry Development Authority (FDA) will la..

Bursa Carbon Exchange (BCX), a subsidiary of Bursa Malaysia Bhd, is set to auction its first Malaysi..

Vietnamese businesses are being urged to embrace green technologies and generate carbon credits to e..

Over half of UK institutional investors are either investing in natural capital or plan to do so wit..

Starting September 2024, voluntary carbon credits in the UK will be subject to VAT, according to a n..

A UK climate tech startup, Dendra Systems, has successfully raised $15.7 million in Series B funding..

The European Union has been encouraged to amplify efforts in developing a biodiversity credit market..

In a groundbreaking move for Africa’s carbon market, EcoSafi, together with the Gold Standard, has l..

In a major push towards environmental sustainability, Microsoft Corp has teamed up with key Brazilia..

In a significant move towards ecological preservation, two German companies have recently invested i..

A newly inaugurated project, financed by the European Union, is set to expedite the integration of b..

Verra, a notable US-based nonprofit and voluntary carbon market (VCM) registry, has recently introdu..

Tesla has officially entered South Korea's carbon credit market following approval from the Ministry..

The voluntary carbon credit market (VCM) is poised for substantial growth, anticipated to reach $21...

Social Carbon, an evolving carbon standard, has announced plans to roll out a new 'nature stewardshi..

In a recent update, US carbon standard Verra outlined potential strategies to enhance its role in th..

In a significant conservation effort, Bhutan's government, alongside a coalition of non-governmental..

Aviva has embarked on a transformative partnership with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), pled..

In a significant boost to the carbon offsetting sector, Treefera has secured $12 million in Series A..

A recent study, led by researchers including Jamie Carr from the University of York, underscores the..

Canada has taken a bold step in its environmental commitment by earmarking $135 million for carbon r..

The European Union is contemplating the integration of emissions removal credits into its carbon mar..

The International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) has recently unveiled comprehensive new guide..

Experts predict a substantial increase in the price of carbon credits following the Integrity Counci..

A recent World Bank report highlights that major corporations including Netflix, Apple, and Shell ar..

Verra is pioneering a significant advancement in deforestation risk mapping across several jurisdict..

NetZero, a French carbon removal firm, has successfully raised €18 million ($19.5 million) from the ..

Base Carbon Inc, through its subsidiary Base Carbon Capital Partners Corp, has successfully obtained..

Tanzania has officially granted UpEnergy, a Ugandan project developer, its first-ever letter of auth..

Climate Impact X (CIX), headquartered in Singapore, has unveiled a new series of spot contracts desi..

The Isle of Man is stepping up its environmental conservation efforts with the introduction of a gro..

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has made a pivotal announcement: the inclusion of Scope ..

Germany has initiated the integration of the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Dir..

Singapore is gearing up to host the impactful Ecosperity 2024 Conference this April, aimed at foster..

BURN Manufacturing, a Kenyan producer and distributor of clean cookstoves, has successfully raised o..

The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM), an entity established in 2021 by a co..

In a remarkable stride toward biodiversity conservation, Regen Network has successfully sold a signi..

Businesses are increasingly eager to invest in environmental action, seeking more reliable carbon ma..

Nestlé, a leader in the global food and beverage sector, is taking significant steps towards environ..

Vietnam has been recognised for its environmental achievements, securing a notable $51 million from ..

The carbon credit market for the aviation industry witnessed a significant price surge, with the Car..

The Australian government is preparing to introduce its first-ever green Treasury Bond, targeting an..

In a significant advancement within the environmental and agricultural sectors, Verra is taking a pi..

Key Carbon, a Canada-based financier, has joined forces with Cartesian Sustainable Finance 1 (CSF), ..

In a significant push towards environmental sustainability, Winchelsea, Australia, hosted a key foru..

The UK government has earmarked $31 (£25) million to rejuvenate natural habitats, covering an expans..

Google announced its commitment to invest $35 million in carbon removal credits over the next year, ..

Kiuda Digital Holdings is gearing up to launch KiudaEX, a cutting-edge carbon credit exchange platfo..

Targray, a Canada-based global trader in renewable resources, has announced the expansion of its ope..

Apple has successfully secured an additional $80 million investment for its Restore Fund, a pivotal ..

The United Nations has announced that it will establish a global carbon crediting mechanism, a key c..

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced a groundbreaking rule requiring publicly..

A recent study has revealed that governments have been significantly underestimating the financial v..

Toucan is set to unveil CHAR, the world’s first 'liquid' marketplace for biochar carbon credits, mar..

DGB Group, a leading nature-based project developer, announced the upcoming launch of its biodiversi..

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is taking significant strides in environmental action by..

In a significant move towards environmental sustainability, Saudi Arabia has placed itself at the fo..

Vietnam has stepped into the lucrative carbon credit market with the potential to generate an impres..

In a landmark decision, the European Union has committed to reviving its natural landscapes and mari..

The green finance market is on an unprecedented growth trajectory, with projections indicating an in..

In an era where environmental sustainability is paramount, the voluntary (verified) carbon market (V..

The Voluntary Carbon Market Integrity Initiative (VCMI) has declared Bain & Company as the pioneerin..

Microsoft is to acquire 350,000 carbon credits (carbon units) from a Kenyan agroforestry project. Th..

In a groundbreaking development, California's carbon allowance auction has captured the market's att..

Rio Tinto, the global mining powerhouse, announced its plan to significantly increase its retirement..

Hong Kong's government has taken a significant step in the financial world by issuing 6 billion Hong..

Tesla Inc. has once again showcased its financial prowess, this time through its lucrative carbon cr..

This week marks a significant milestone for Nigeria as Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima is set..

Singapore is on the brink of a green investment revolution, with its carbon credit market forecasted..

HSBC has teamed up with Google Cloud to financially back firms that are at the forefront of creating..

Maersk, a global leader in shipping, has announced ambitious plans to drastically reduce its carbon ..

The US Department of Interior has unveiled a substantial commitment of $157 million for ecosystem re..

A collaborative report, titled Are carbon credits the next billion-dollar insurance market?, from Ox..

The environmental impact of the Super Bowl, a pinnacle event in American sports, extends beyond the ..

Global pop icon Taylor Swift has turned to carbon offsets to mitigate the emissions from her private..

India is set to significantly increase its financial commitment to green initiatives in the coming f..

Costa Rica has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to mobilise private sector funds towards sustain..

In a groundbreaking move for the coffee industry, French green tech company NetZero and global coffe..

In a pivotal moment at the 54th World Economic Forum in Davos that took place between 15 and 19 Janu..

The aviation sector's journey towards sustainability marked a significant milestone at the Airline E..

The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) is set to introduce innovative 'blue-green' bond products by mid-20..

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a leader in the Middle East and North Africa's (MENA) ..

Africa is stepping up its game in the global environmental carbon arena with the launch of the Afric..

In a significant move towards sustainable financing, the Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) has r..

The World Bank has announced the launch of a unique seven-year bond, valued at $100 million, specifi..

Mashreq, a prominent financial entity in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and one of t..

China has rejuvenated its voluntary carbon offset market, a scheme that was initially suspended in 2..

Argus, a leading energy and commodity price reporting agency, has recently launched an innovative se..

Chile officially recognised Verra-certified projects as eligible participants. This inclusion, forma..

One of Ghana's largest conglomerates, Jospong, has partnered with EKI, a renowned Indian developer, ..

MonteCCer, the Brazilian coffee co-op, is stirring up the coffee industry with its groundbreaking sa..

The State Council of China has approved a new set of regulations aimed at streamlining the nation's ..

In the heart of Greenville's former biomass plant in the United States, a transformative process unf..

The European Union (EU) officially embraced the much-anticipated Regulation 2023/2632 on European Gr..

The Japanese government is injecting a significant 20 trillion yen ($137.4 billion) to drive decarbo..

In landmark initiatives at COP28 in Dubai, major banks, including Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, JPMorgan..

In a historic move, Greenland, through its parliament, Inatsisartut, has committed to joining the Pa..

In a revolutionary move, the UAE's innovative agricultural initiative, David & Goliath farms, has su..

Microsoft has recently finalised a 15-year agreement to procure 362,000 carbon removal credits as pa..

London-based emerging markets investment management firm Spinnaker Capital has taken a significant s..

Climate startup dClimate, supported by billionaire Mark Cuban, has inked a preliminary deal with the..

In a strategic alliance, Sylvera, a leading carbon data provider, has joined forces with the Singapo..

In a groundbreaking announcement at the Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) Forum during COP28, Princess Ha..

Madagascar has secured $8.8 million in carbon credits, marking a pivotal moment as the third African..

Australia has witnessed a historic surge in the issuance of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCU), e..

Lufthansa Group has unveiled a groundbreaking commitment to environmental sustainability by announci..

Hitachi, a key player in Japan's corporate landscape, recently issued five-year green bonds with a c..

Embarking on a pioneering venture, a significant investment of $6.2 million has been committed to a ..

African nations could unlock a substantial revenue stream of $82 billion per year through carbon cre..

Ecosystem services and carbon credits play a pivotal role in supporting small-scale farmers in Peru,..

In a transformative collaboration, the Global Carbon Council (GCC) and Global Environmental Markets ..

Washington state has successfully raised an estimated $1.8 billion through carbon auctions, marking ..

In a significant stride towards environmental responsibility, the Ministry of Environment (MOENV) of..

The landscape for nature-based solutions is witnessing a surge in demand and scale, drawing the atte..

Western Australia is set to halt commercial logging in its old-growth and native forests from the be..

Microsoft is set to acquire a substantial 1.5 million carbon removal credits to restore deforested l..

The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28), hosting over 70,000 participants, recently drew to a clo..

In a groundbreaking move during COP28, the Governors' Climate and Forests Task Force (GCF Task Force..

In a recent survey conducted by the UN-backed Biodiversity Credit Alliance (BCA), companies have ide..

Pachama has successfully concluded its Series B funding round extension, securing an additional $9 m..

In the dynamic landscape of voluntary carbon markets (VCM), a recent report indicates a significant ..

The world's foremost independent carbon crediting standards, namely the American Carbon Registry, Ar..

The World Economic Forum (WEF) predicts the demand for biodiversity credits soaring to $180 billion ..

Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a significant announcement at the COP28 conference in Dubai, ..

In a groundbreaking move, the World Bank has laid out an ambitious plan to bolster high-integrity gl..

In the face of environmental challenges, the upcoming UN Climate Conference in Dubai spotlights the ..

In a pivotal move, China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) has issued comprehensive guidel..

In a proactive move towards environmental sustainability, Punjab's Caretaker Chief Minister, Syed Mo..

Dubai is set to introduce a groundbreaking carbon credit mechanism at the upcoming UN Climate Change..

In a momentous stride towards ecological revitalisation, $224.5 million has been committed to the Ma..

In a remarkable feat, South Korea's Ecoeye Co has turned into a significant player in the carbon mar..

Asian Development Bank's environmental envoy, Warren Evans, advocates for a rise in the average pric..

In the captivating realm of BBC’s Planet Earth III, narrated by the iconic Sir David Attenborough, t..

Paraguay, under President Santiago Peña's recent approval of the Carbon Credits Act on 12 October 20..

Representatives from 175 nations gathered in Nairobi to address the pressing issue of plastic pollut..

A cohort of leading corporations have signed up for the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiativ..

In collaboration with MSA Green Projects, Oman's Environment Authority launched the Oman Blue Carbon..

The biochar market is experiencing a pivotal shift, with long-term carbon pricing already below $100..

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has introduced the JSE Ventures Carbon Market, a new trading p..

In a surprising move, the Kenyan government announced a national public holiday on 13 November 2023 ..

In an exciting breakthrough, scientists from the University of Cambridge are leading a transformativ..

In a remarkable partnership, J Balvin, the renowned Reggaeton artist, is stepping into the world of ..

The total value of major compliance carbon markets is projected to surpass $800 billion this year, d..

Singapore-based company KinRoss is teaming up with its Mongolian partner, Clean BotanEco, to address..

In a dynamic ecosystem, the carbon credit trading platform sector drives the exchange of carbon cred..

In the world of nature tech startups, an impressive $7.5 billion in investments has materialised ove..

CarbonFarm Technology, headquartered in Paris, has successfully raised €2.5 million ($2.6 million) i..

In a bid to protect its pristine natural landscapes, the government of British Columbia has introduc..

Ethiopian Forest Development (EFD) has revealed that Ethiopia's commitment to the forestry sector is..

In a significant move to bolster biodiversity conservation, Malaysia is set to roll out its comprehe..

The Dominican Republic is set to witness a transformative moment in its carbon reduction efforts as ..

Asset managers are addressing the pressing issue of corporate harm to nature and biodiversity. With ..

Uttar Pradesh, India, is pioneering a groundbreaking agroforestry policy that would be a first in th..

The World Economic Forum (WEF) is gearing up to launch a groundbreaking buyers club for biodiversity..

The Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX) Chairman, Sherman Lin, revealed exciting news during the N..