FEATURE: High-integrity blue carbon faces “core tension” between science and scale
Efforts to scale high-integrity blue carbon projects are being constrained by a fundamental tension between scientific rigour and market viability, according to a Singapore-based project developer working on a mangrove restoration initiative in Indonesia.
Read MoreFEATURE: Africa looks to build a ‘mother registry’ for rising national carbon markets
African governments are coalescing around the idea of a continent-wide “mother registry” to link national carbon markets, but friction is emerging with major independent standards who ultimately control the countries’ carbon credits and market infrastructure.
Read MoreEthiopia sets rules for forest carbon trading, opening new credit supply
Ethiopia has established a legal framework for forest carbon trading, laying out rules for the generation, verification, and transfer of credits from conservation and reforestation activities, according to local media reports.
Read MorePakistan signs first Article 6 deal with Norway
Pakistan and Norway have signed a bilateral agreement under Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement, aimed at scaling up carbon market cooperation and supporting emissions reduction efforts.
Read MoreMarket veteran launches new company to bridge carbon markets
A new climate advisory firm has launched with a focus on integrating fragmented carbon market systems, targeting growing demand for coordination across voluntary and compliance frameworks, particularly in Southeast Asia.
Read MoreSouthern African nations launch regional carbon markets alliance
Eight southern African countries have formally launched a regional alliance aimed at strengthening coordination on carbon markets and climate finance, as interest in Article 6 cooperation continues to grow across the continent.
Read MoreInvestor group warns lack of investable projects slowing Australia’s net zero push
An investor coalition has urged the Australian government to accelerate policy reforms to unlock capital for the energy transition, warning that a shortage of investable projects is now the single biggest barrier to progress.
Read MoreAfrica Roundup: Article 6 authorisations surge, signalling race for carbon finance
Sub-Saharan Africa saw a surge in Article 6 activity in March, with multiple countries accelerating bilateral carbon market deals and project authorisations, particularly with Switzerland.
Read MoreMalaysia’s Sarawak targets 2027 ETS launch
The Malaysian state of Sarawak is aiming to roll out its emissions trading scheme (ETS) in 2027, with the full regulatory and structural framework expected to be completed by the end of 2026, according to local media reports.
Read MoreFEATURE: Textile decarbonisation gathers pace in South Asia, but with limited role for carbon credits
Textile manufacturers in South Asia are accelerating efforts to decarbonise under growing pressure from international buyers, though carbon credits are expected to play only a limited role as brands prioritise direct emissions cuts in their supply chains, according to experts.
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