As the global economy is racing to net zero emissions, Environmental, Social, and Governmental (ESG) investors are considering how they can measure the Scope 4 emissions into their analysis. The path to net zero has been the common direction as the world tackles climate change. But taking this road calls for going beyond the common […]
DeepMarkit Corp. provided its industry and corporate update to keep shareholders and the media informed about its unique competitive position in a growing asset class. The recent milestones in the carbon industry include: Blackstone’s investing $400 million in Xpansiv BMO purchasing Radicle Group CPP Investments adding an “Investing in the Potential of Carbon Credits” section […]
Global carbon project developer South Pole and agricultural tech company Regrow Ag work together to scale the adoption of regenerative agriculture. South Pole is a global developer of carbon projects and climate solutions provider with 20 years of experience. Its project development covers various areas including: sustainable agriculture forest conservation waste management energy efficiency renewable […]
A record volume of Australian carbon credits were traded in the second quarter, indicating that the market is maturing despite growing criticisms. The Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) scheme is a voluntary carbon market mechanism that seeks to incentivize companies to cut their footprint. It has been under increased scrutiny with skeptics claiming it’s a […]
International insurance broker Howden has launched the first-ever voluntary carbon credit insurance. The aim is to limit fraud and negligence and increase confidence in the carbon market. UK-based Howden Group is the largest European broker managing insurance for $10+ billion. Its key purpose in launching the carbon credit insurance product is to bring more confidence […]
A few decades into the growth of the carbon market, and most carbon offsets are still nature-based. Yes, there’s growing interest in removal techniques like CCS (carbon capture and storage) and DAC (direct air capture). But for the foreseeable future, the world of carbon offsets will continue to be dominated by nature-based solutions. And until […]
The price of carbon is up 180% in Australia. Research from RepuTex, a carbon market consultancy, believes that Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCU) could reach $60 per ton. Right now, the price is $47 per ton. A limited supply of ACCU’s is the main reason behind the price increase. The Commonwealth’s Emissions Reduction Fund holds […]
Section 45Q of the US Internal Revenue Code offers a tax credit for each metric ton of carbon captured and sequestered. It ranges from ~$12 up to ~$50 for every ton of carbon captured and stored underground. These credits can be claimed even if the carbon is used to push oil out underground. California lawmaker […]
For years, timber harvests and development opportunities have been a source of income for landowners worldwide. Carbon credits are changing that. One metric ton of carbon is offset from the atmosphere for every carbon credit purchased. This happens through an environmental project, such as reforestation. The more carbon credits purchased, the greener a company can […]