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The Blue Wonder

3BL Media

These can then be a tool for carbon offsetting and more nature positive outcomes. The blue economy remains an untapped opportunity for organizations to progress climate and nature-positive plans. They can take the lead through targeted investments which integrate ocean-related projects into their business and climate plans.

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UNFCCC Tightens the Screw on Net Zero

Chris Hall

The proposed solution for net zero targets and progress aims to improve transparency and accountability, but will need to consider existing guidance. But there is still room for hope that net zero commitments – and subsequent progress on decarbonisation – can be transparent, aligned and ambitious.

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From Wild West to Law of the Jungle

Chris Hall

million metric tonnes of CO2 within their roots, trunks and soil every year, according to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Kenya’s Gazi Bay is home to the Mikoko Pamoja project , through which thousands of mangroves have been planted, thanks to a decade of selling voluntary carbon credits. .

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Buyers’ Guide Bids to Build Trust in VCMs

Chris Hall

Lydia Sheldrake, Director of Policy and Partnerships at the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative, outlines how a new code of practice will address carbon credits’ credibility crunch. To address the emissions gap and keep the 1.5°C There are ongoing discussions and decisions to clarify under Article 6.4 C pathway.