DATA DIVE: ‘Junk’ carbon credits are becoming less popular, as big names prioritise integrity

Published 18:26 on February 25, 2025 / Last updated at 18:26 on February 25, 2025 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean, US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), EMEA (Europe), Insights (Data Dives), International (Paris Article 6/PACM), Nature-based Carbon (Forestry), Voluntary (VCM Governance)

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So-called 'junk' carbon credits are becoming less popular among corporates, while international brands have been prioritising those of a higher integrity, Carbon Pulse analysis of retirement and rating agency data has shown.
So-called 'junk' carbon credits are becoming less popular among corporates, while international brands have been prioritising those of a higher integrity, Carbon Pulse analysis of retirement and rating agency data has shown.


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