FEATURE: Effects of Iran war may lead countries to galvanise behind greener shipping framework
Surging fuel prices driven by the Iran war have alerted companies and policymakers to the energy security benefits of greener alternatives, which could help galvanise momentum on a global framework for shipping emissions, according to experts.
Read MoreFEATURE: 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 MoreFEATURE: Middle East crisis boosts the case for renewables, yet some are already doubling down on fossil fuels
The global energy shock is bolstering the business and security case for renewables and electrification even more than previous crises – yet there is still concern that some politicians will double down on speedier fossil fuel alternatives to quell higher costs of living.
Read MoreFEATURE: Carbon rating agencies share divided views on incoming EU ESG regulation exposure
Carbon rating agencies are split on whether they fall in scope under upcoming EU rules on ESG rating activities, which could potentially help unlock more bank finance for the sector and reduce risk of integrating credits in compliance schemes, stakeholders told Carbon Pulse.
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.
Read MoreFEATURE: Paraguay national J-REDD+ launch imminent, heavy reliance on CORSIA
A national jurisdictional REDD+ (J-REDD+) programme covering at least 480,000 hectares, with expansion potential to 3 million, is on the verge of being officially launched by the Paraguay government, which has told Carbon Pulse that its main target market is the international aviation offsetting scheme CORSIA and other international markets.
Read MoreFEATURE: SAF’s energy security appeal makes the premium worth it, say experts
At a time of spiralling jet fuel prices, the appeal of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is becoming stronger, with the fuel boasting energy security alongside lower emissions, experts say.
Read MoreFEATURE: UK’s green flexibility must be turned to the max to reduce gas exposure, say experts
The UK is especially vulnerable to high gas prices driven by distant conflict, unless it exploits clean and flexible assets through smart energy management, say experts.
Read MoreFEATURE: Bolivia opens creaking door as it cautiously enters carbon markets
Amid sweeping economic, political, and ideological shifts following a historic leadership change, carbon markets have emerged as a central topic of debate in Bolivia as it grapples with a deep crisis and lacks institutional capacity for climate finance.
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