Inside carbon markets: bridging global finance and local impact with Tom Hills

In this episode of The Green Earth Podcast, we speak with Tom Hills from SCB Group to explore the changing nature of carbon units—from hands-on community work to international compliance frameworks like CORSIA.

Tom reflects on project experiences across Africa, shares how businesses approach environmental goals, and discusses how voluntary markets are being redefined under public and regulatory scrutiny.

Whether you’re new to carbon assets or looking to stay informed, this episode offers valuable insight into the past, present, and future of nature-based solutions.

In this episode, we:

• Explore how clean cookstove projects support communities in Rwanda and Ethiopia
• Understand the value of high-quality carbon units (also known as carbon credits)
• Discover what motivates companies to fund environmental impact
• Unpack the role of CORSIA and Article 6 in compliance frameworks

Tune in for an in-depth discussion on climate finance, community impact, and the next chapter for carbon markets.