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Dr. Julio Friedmann, Carbon Direct’s Chief Scientist, was featured in The Wall Street Journal, discussing the effectiveness of climate policies. The key takeaway? Combining policy tools is crucial for real impact in reducing emissions. Discover what works in the full article: https://lnkd.in/gT53_btw ✍: Eric Niiler #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ClimatePolicy #Emissions #GreenSubsidies #GlobalWarming #Environment #Electricity

Recently, the US federal government has released the Joint Policy Statement and Principles for the Voluntary Carbon Market, aiming to enhance the quality and integrity of carbon credits. These standards will help the private sector play a crucial role in achieving global decarbonization by ensuring that carbon credits align with science-based climate goals. Learn more in our commentary: #CarbonMarket #VoluntaryCarbonMarket #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Decarbonization #PrivateSector https://lnkd.in/gFtKXB55

Two years after the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law, its impact is clear: ☑️ 330,000 new clean energy jobs created ☑️ 75% of investments directed to low-income communities ☑️ $281 billion in clean energy project applications The IRA is not only driving job creation and clean energy investments but also fostering economic equity and sustainable development across the U.S. Explore these milestones and more in our NEW blog: #InflationReductionAct #CleanEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #TaxCredits https://lnkd.in/gjnd6Vbg

In this Forbes article, our Chief Innovation Officer, Colin McCormick, highlights the transformative role of AI and satellite data in combating climate change. He discusses how advanced AI algorithms, combined with new satellite data, are enabling us to monitor carbon absorption and detect deforestation with unprecedented precision. This technology not only helps track carbon removal but also anticipates threats like illegal logging and wildfires before they happen, offering proactive solutions in our fight against climate change. As AI continues to evolve, its applications in environmental protection are proving to be crucial. At Carbon Direct, we're proud to be at the forefront of these innovations, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive meaningful climate action. ✍️ : Jennifer Kite-Powell #ClimateAction #AI #Sustainability #Innovation #Deforestation #EnvironmentalTech #SatelliteData #ClimateChange #CarbonRemoval https://lnkd.in/dbi5ejmS

In this webinar, Carbon Direct’s Director of EMEA Advisory & Senior Scientist, Dr. Meera Atreya, alongside Senior Research Associate Mila Stieglitz-Courtney, explores the Science Based Targets Initiative’s (SBTi) new guidance on beyond value chain mitigation. As the private sector is called to take climate action beyond emissions reduction, this session provides actionable insights on how to invest in carbon removal strategies that align with SBTi guidelines. Whether you're navigating the money-for-tonne versus tonne-for-tonne debate or looking for the best ways to communicate your strategy to stakeholders, this webinar is packed with practical tips to help your organization contribute to global net zero. Watch the replay now to get started on the right path. ⤵️ #ClimateAction #CarbonRemoval #Sustainability #SBTi #NetZero #PrivateSector #CorporateSustainability https://lnkd.in/gempJ_iD

How does Article 6 influence your approach to carbon credit purchases? As part of the Paris Agreement, Article 6 aims to create a UN-sanctioned carbon market, setting global standards for carbon credits and collaboration on emission targets. While #COP28 discussions pushed the conversation forward, many questions remain about how Article 6 will shape the future of carbon markets. For the private sector, this ongoing uncertainty raises important considerations for carbon credit strategies moving forward. What are your thoughts on the potential impact of Article 6 on global carbon markets? #CarbonMarkets #Sustainability #ClimateAction #ParisAgreement #CarbonCredits #PrivateSector https://lnkd.in/gBMNBuqc

In a recent The Wall Street Journal article, John Dees, Carbon Direct's senior decarbonization scientist, discusses the challenges posed by differing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) standards between the U.S. and Europe. While Europe is moving away from crop-based feedstocks, the U.S. continues to include them, creating significant uncertainty for airlines and investors trying to navigate these conflicting regulations. As Dees points out, this lack of alignment is causing confusion and hesitation in the market, making it difficult for businesses to confidently invest in SAF. Global consensus on what qualifies as "sustainable" is crucial for advancing the aviation industry's decarbonization efforts and ensuring robust investments in #SAF. ✍️: Yusuf Khan, H. Claire Brown #Sustainability #Decarbonization #SustainableAviationFuel #SustainableAviation #SAF https://lnkd.in/gkzh_hw8

🌍 Long-Term Success: Carbon Removal Strategies Carbon removal, especially durable solutions, is essential for meeting global climate targets. Yet, the current voluntary carbon market lacks enough high-quality, durable options. To address this, some private sector leaders are investing in multi-year purchasing, focusing on scalable, high-quality nature-based solutions, and securing future durable engineered removals. Hear from experts at Carbon Direct on how you can stay ahead of stakeholder demands, maximize your impact, and demonstrate climate leadership with a future-proofed carbon credit purchasing strategy: https://lnkd.in/gRHxXsXi #CarbonMarkets #VoluntaryCarbonMarket #PrivateSector #ClimateAction #CarbonRemoval #ClimateLeadership #Sustainability #CarbonCredits

Understanding the Carbon Credit Lifecycle: Carbon removal credits are essential for addressing residual emissions and achieving global climate targets. But knowing when to claim them is crucial for ensuring their impact. Here's a quick overview of the carbon credit lifecycle: ---> Design/Project Development Phase: Projects are designed, validated, and verified by independent bodies. ---> Issuance Phase: Credits are issued once projects meet certification standards. ---> Retirement Phase: Credits are retired to be counted toward climate goals. Tracking and understanding this process helps you form a long-term carbon removal strategy and accurately report the impact of your purchases. By supporting carbon removal projects in the early stages, you secure credit supply and drive demand for future buyers. Learn more about how to leverage carbon credits in your climate strategy: https://lnkd.in/gMFyHF95 #CarbonCredits #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CarbonRemoval #CorporateSustainability

🌿 Ecological Restoration in the Voluntary Carbon Market Carbon is just one lens of the climate crisis. Buyers are seeking projects that offer beyond-carbon benefits for landscapes, ecosystems, and communities. By intentionally designing carbon removal projects, we can restore native species and biodiversity in degraded landscapes, supporting regional ecosystem health. Discover how carbon market finance can drive both climate change mitigation and biodiversity. Read our full report, developed in collaboration with Meta, to explore the barriers and opportunities in ecological restoration projects: https://lnkd.in/gSDNbA8w #VoluntaryCarbonMarket #CarbonRemoval #ClimateAction #EcologicalRestoration #CarbonMarkets #Sustainability