Biochar-based potting mix startup raises $3.6 mln in seed round
A New York-headquartered sustainable soil company offering biochar alternatives to peat-based potting mixes has announced the completion of a $3.6-mln seed funding round aimed at transforming the horticulture industry through carbon-negative solutions.
Read MoreASEAN can unlock $3 trillion revenue from carbon markets, analysis finds
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has the potential to unlock up to $3 trillion in revenue through the reduction or removal of 1.1 billion tonnes of CO2e per year by 2050 if member states develop regulations to support domestic carbon markets, a report released Thursday has found.
Read MoreINTERVIEW: White House guidance needed for regulators considering AI growth
Energy regulators need more guidance when considering the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) on grid reliability, a former chair of the US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) told Carbon Pulse.
Read MoreCORSIA market liquidity hinges on Article 6 alignment by eligible carbon standards -report
New CORSIA-eligible carbon standards under the UN’s aviation offsetting scheme will likely enhance liquidity in this credit-strapped market – but only if emission units comply with Article 6 requirements, and if participating countries institute “correct and balanced” incentives and penalties, as per a report published Wednesday by an international project developer.
Read MoreMining industry faces tough road to decarbonisation amid surging demand for critical minerals -report
The global mining industry faces a steep challenge in its efforts to decarbonise, with emissions reductions falling far short of targets needed to align with international climate goals, according to a new report.
Read MoreStakeholders make final case for OCFP changes ahead of vote on approval
The final draft of Oregon’s Clean Fuels Program (OCFP) requires numerous refinements to better support businesses and drive investments for low carbon initiatives, industry voices told the state’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Read MoreCarbon removal buyers club signs offtake agreement with South American biochar developer
A carbon removal buyers club on Thursday announced a multi-year CDR purchase agreement with a South American biochar producer.
Read MoreEnergy professionals sceptical UK will hit climate targets
Most energy professionals in the UK believe the country will fail to hit its climate targets, casting doubt over the government’s flagship policy to decarbonise the electricity grid by 2030, a survey has found.
Read MoreState of Colima approves second-highest CO2 tax in Mexico
The Mexican state of Colima approved a new carbon tax Tuesday, making it the ninth state in the country to adopt such a policy.
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