Researchers propose framework for social considerations in urban NBS project selection, siting
Academics from universities across the globe outlined in a paper published earlier this month a methodological framework they said can guide the optimal selection and siting of nature-based solutions (NBS) projects in urban contexts by incorporating social and other considerations.
Read MoreIndia witnesses marginal rise in green cover, decline in mangrove area -report
India’s forest and tree cover has increased since 2021 and stands at 827,357 square kilometres or around 25% of the country’s total geographical area, according to a government report released Saturday.
Read MoreInternational drinks provider renews carbon removal partnership with CUR8
An international soft drinks provider has renewed its carbon removal partnership with London-headquartered industry specialist CUR8 for a second year, the two companies announced on Monday.
Read MoreCarbon project developer drops two early-stage projects following feasibility review
A Dutch carbon project developer has discontinued two early-stage projects following feasibility studies, the company announced last week.
Read MoreFEATURE: CSRD challenges loom for businesses, but compliance tools offer path forward
Businesses across Europe and beyond face mounting challenges to meet its stringent reporting requirements, as the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) comes into force on Jan. 1, according to experts.
Read MoreThailand sees fresh biochar carbon removal project registered on ICROA-backed registry
Thailand registered another carbon dioxide removal (CDR) project on a Switzerland-based registry earlier this week.
Read MoreThailand to exempt its mangroves from land tax -media
Thailand’s cabinet has approved a proposal to exempt its mangrove forests from land tax starting 2025, country’s Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) announced this week, according to local media reports.
Read MoreKEY TAKEAWAYS: Bezos Earth Fund’s global roadmap to scale CDR technologies by 2050
The Bezos Earth Fund late last week released a report outlining how to scale CO2 removal technologies by 2050. Here’s a summary of the key takeaways from the 109-page paper.
Read MoreEarly deployment of CO2 removal technologies crucial for hitting US net-zero target, study finds
Deploying CO2 removal (CDR) technologies in the near term could significantly reduce the economic and environmental risks associated with the US journey to net-zero emissions by 2050, according to a new study.
Read MoreUK looks to further integrate ESG in financial reporting with endorsement of sustainability, climate disclosure standards
The UK Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has recommended adopting the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) reporting standards, IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, to align UK businesses with global sustainability practices.
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