Global efforts to boost blue carbon ecosystems may come with heightened mercury risks, scientists warn
Expanding coastal ecosystems to fight climate change – so-called ‘blue carbon’ initiatives – could unintentionally increase global mercury pollution, posing a risk to human health and the environment, scientists warn.
Read MoreCN Markets: CEAs drop below 100 yuan, trading volumes surge
China’s national carbon market saw allowance prices drop below the 100-yuan ($13.74) mark over the past week amid selling pressure, but trading remained robust as emitters rushed to meet the end-of-month compliance deadline.
Read MoreChina tightens emissions standards for coalbed methane
China has revamped its national emissions standards for coalbed methane, in the country’s latest attempt to curb methane output.
Read MoreHong Kong govt advisors say two-way link with China crucial for carbon hub status
An advisory body to the Hong Kong government has outlined the main steps needed to establish itself as a major carbon trading hub, focusing on securing a position as a link between Mainland China and the global market.
Read MoreCN Markets: CEA price falls to two-month low, growth momentum may come later
Prices in China’s national emissions market hit a two-month low over the past week, though some expect it to recover later this month ahead of the Dec. 31 compliance deadline.
Read MoreChina seeking comments on steel sector emissions accounting rules
China’s environment ministry is seeking comments on emissions accounting rules for domestic steelmakers, as the sector will soon be included in the national emissions trading scheme.
Read MoreChinese emissions exchange launches carbon pledge services for local ETS
An exchange that supports one of China’s pilot carbon markets has unveiled an online financing service targeting carbon pledges in a latest attempt to explore innovative financial instruments.
Read MoreChinese papermaker secures contracts to grow carbon project pipeline
A Shanghai-listed forestry and paper company is gearing up for the expansion of its nature-based carbon business in China, with several new projects in the pipeline.
Read MoreChinese conglomerate launches climate tech innovation programme
A Chinese tech major on Tuesday launched the second phase of its carbon accelerator programme, calling on proposals for low-carbon innovations globally, with the purpose of providing funding and support to the tune of tens of millions of dollars.
Read MoreChina sees first registered voluntary carbon project since market relaunch
China has seen the registration of a first voluntary project under its national offset scheme since the market relaunched earlier this year, moving one step closer to the issuance of new credits.
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