Nature markets must be about innovation, not business as usual

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Craig Bennett, chief executive of The Wildlife Trusts, explains why the organisation has teamed up with other green NGOs to develop guidelines for firms looking to invest in credible nature and carbon projects

Nature markets pose exciting potential for climate action but need regulation and expert guidance to stop firms greenwashing. Our new Nature Markets Principles provide clear guidelines for current market...

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