Carbon Credit

New carbon credits standard designed to help coal-fired power plant operators access finance to support their switch to clean energy

Proponents insist Article 6.4 carbon market standards contain robust environmental and human rights safeguards, but campaigners want 'back door deal' risks opening door to widespread greenwashing

Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp owner announces first significant engagement in carbon removal in Brazil

Research by risk management firm Gallagher finds strong corporate appetite for carbon credits, despite risks associated with offsetting market

International Tree Foundation urges standards body to promote alternatives to carbon offsets that it argues would better support the transition to a net zero and nature positive economy

Hotly anticipated SBTi-commissioned review fails to provide firm conclusion on the effectiveness of corporate carbon credits in tackling value chain emissions

EXCLUSIVE: Study argues bundling water and climate benefits together in carbon credit projects could unlock much-needed funding for water resilience projects worldwide

Success of the global market for carbon credits hinges on whether confidence among corporate buyers can be restored, according to influential analyst firm

Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market to unveil outcomes of first CO2 credit assessments in March

Open letter argues that much more must be done internationally to 'incentivise and recognise' corporate investments in high integrity carbon markets and climate projects