German carbon platform launches search for 520k nature-based removal credits in long-term corporate procurement
A Berlin-based nature-based solutions platform has launched a request for information (RFI) to source up to 520,000 high-quality nature-based carbon removal credits on behalf of an unnamed German enterprise, underscoring continued corporate demand for long-term, high-integrity removals despite broader weakness in voluntary carbon markets.
Read MoreEU to exempt palm oil for drugs, soy seeds from anti-deforestation law
The European Union plans to leave palm oil derivatives used in medicines and soybeans for sowing from its deforestation regulation, the EUDR, according to a draft negotiating position seen by Bloomberg.
Read MoreArticle 6 expert panel recommends two new methodologies for PACM crediting
Technical experts overseeing the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM) have recommended two draft methodologies for approval by the scheme’s Supervisory Body, while opening fresh consultations on key implementation tools.
Read MoreCarbon credits could help unlock billions for climate adaptation, study claims
Carbon credits have the potential to become a large source of finance for climate adaptation in emerging economies by attracting private investment into nature-based solutions such as mangrove restoration, wetlands rehabilitation, and agroforestry, according to a new academic study.
Read MoreUPDATE – $6 mln offset project buyout collapses after purchaser said to miss closing payment
A planned $6 million buyout of a portfolio of offset projects has collapsed after the purchaser opted not to make the required closing payment by the contractual deadline, leaving the original agreement in place and setting the stage for potential legal action, according to a company announcement late Tuesday.
Read MoreGlobal energy emissions rose in 2025 despite surge in renewables -report
Renewables were the fastest growing energy source in 2025, but global energy emissions still ticked up 1.1%, driven by an expansion of fossil fuel use in the US, found a report.
Read MoreClimate tech accelerator opens sixth intake, expands scope to AI-enabled carbon solutions
The Carbon to Value Initiative (C2V Initiative) has opened applications for the sixth cohort of its ‘carbontech’ accelerator, seeking startups developing carbon capture, utilisation, and removal technologies as well as AI-enabled tools designed to accelerate commercial deployment.
Read MoreUS climate finance firm, developer partner on bankable Global South reforestation carbon pipeline
An Oregon-based climate finance advisory firm has partnered with a Hawaiian nature restoration developer to support global reforestation projects, the companies announced on Tuesday.
Read MoreVerra review finds no evidence of historical safeguards breaches at withdrawn Kariba REDD+ project
Verra has concluded the safeguards component of its quality control review (QCR) of the Kariba REDD+ carbon project, with independent auditors finding no evidence that the project breached the standard’s rules during the period covered by their original assessments.
Read MoreMajor insurers still lagging on climate, nature commitments despite mounting risks -report
The world’s largest insurers continue to underwrite and invest in activities driving climate change and biodiversity loss, despite mounting evidence that these same risks are making large parts of the world increasingly difficult to insure, according to a report published on Tuesday.
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