The SBTi's new standard could trigger a carbon credit supply crunch: Why companies need to act now

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The SBTi's new standard could trigger a carbon credit supply crunch: Why companies need to act now

The SBTi's updated Corporate Net Zero Standard has created a demand signal which needs to be a catalyst for 'real' supply and offtake agreements for high quality carbon credits, writes Climate Impact Partners CEO Sheri Hickok

The Science Based Targets initiative's (SBTi) new Corporate Net Zero Standard marks an important shift in corporate climate action. By recognising a role for high-quality carbon credits alongside deep...

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