AI models can bring biodiversity monitoring at scale closer to auditable measurements -study
Advances in artificial intelligence mean scalable biodiversity measurement is increasingly within reach, shifting the remaining challenge from data collection towards designing the governance, metrics, and institutions needed to support credible reporting and market-based incentives, according to researchers.
Read MoreDigital soil mapping could slash uncertainty deductions for large soil carbon projects -study
A digital soil mapping (DSM) approach using machine learning and remote sensing could provide a scalable, lower-cost alternative to existing soil carbon monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) methods, with uncertainty deductions for carbon credit issuance falling below 5% for large, long-term projects, according to a new study.
Read MoreBRIEFING: SIDS seek to turn marine protected areas from pure conservation zones to investable assets
Small island developing states (SIDS) are calling for marine protected areas (MPAs) to be recognised as investable assets rather than purely conservation zones, arguing that private finance will only flow when nature is recognised as infrastructure that delivers economic, social, and climate resilience benefits.
Read MoreAround 130 nations appoint Article 6 authorities, as June flurry pushes CDM transition projects with govt approval beyond 400
According to an update from the UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre, a total 65%, or 129 of 198 countries, have now taken steps towards Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM) participation by appointing their Designated National Authorities (DNAs).
Read MoreMalaysia expects to meet over 80% of its biodiversity targets by 2030
Megadiverse Malaysia said it is on track to meet 14 of its 17 Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework-aligned national biodiversity targets, but has found progress lacking on finance, capacity building, and protected area goals.
Read MoreBRIEFING: National CO2 taxes could offer new lease of life for phased-out CDM credits
Countries that allow carbon-taxed entities to offset their liabilities with UN Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) credits could absorb some of these phased-out units, even repurposing them to address Paris climate targets or for use against the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Read MoreSouth Korea’s steel sector risks CBAM exposure under weak green standard -report
South Korea, the world’s third‑largest steel exporter, faces several bottlenecks in its industrial transition, with a new report warning that its weak green steel standards could leave the sector exposed to risks from global trade rules such as the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Read MoreOil and gas companies detail methodology ahead of 2025 emissions results
A group of 12 oil and gas majors has Tuesday published the methodology it will use to report members’ aggregated performance against their collective 2025 carbon and methane intensity ambitions, with the results due in October.
Read MoreBRIEFING: Transition credits remain tough sell in Asia due to perceived risks, entrenched policy frameworks
Transition credits continue to be seen as a risky proposition in Asian countries despite existing methodologies, due to a confluence of factors including government priorities, perceived risks, and a tangled web of policy structures.
Read More“Relationship capital” reigns supreme in the voluntary carbon market -report
In a market flooded with diverse transaction methods, from digital marketplaces and RFP platforms to brokers and exchanges, old-fashioned relationship-building is still the most common way to close a deal, according to a report.Â
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