The talks around climate change and energy transition bring both optimism and concern in 2025. On the positive side, the push for a net-zero carbon future creates significant opportunities for investment. On the flip side, the physical impacts of rising global temperatures and climate change pose increasing financial risks. S&P Global focuses on measuring these risks […]
Constellation, the biggest clean energy provider in America announced to acquisition of Calpine Corp. The deal, worth $16.4 billion, involves cash and stock. This strategic merger will combine Constellation’s leadership in emissions-free electricity with Calpine’s extensive portfolio of low-emission natural gas, renewable energy, and its massive geothermal operations. This is how they plan to create […]
Verra announced an update on the ongoing compensation process for carbon credits linked to the 37 rice cultivation projects in China that were rejected in August 2024. The news sheds light on the progress made toward compensating over-issued Verified Carbon Units (VCUs). It also details the remaining steps needed to rectify the situation. Inside Verra’s […]
Automakers are turning to carbon credit pooling to meet targets and avoid fines with stricter European Union (EU) emission regulations set for 2025. Electric vehicle (EV) makers like Tesla and Polestar are key players in this strategy, using their fully electric fleets to generate surplus carbon credits. EU Rules Drive Carbon Credit Market Under EU […]
Like stocks, investors can buy and sell Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) whenever the market is open. Often investing in carbon credits through ETFs offers a simple and diverse way to enter this expanding market. We’ve covered some of the top ETFs for 2025 in the carbon credit market and how they are supporting sustainable investments. 1. […]
China’s lithium reserves have risen to 16.5% of the global total, up from 6%, says Xinhua, the leading Chinese media agency. It is now the second-largest holder of this critical battery metal. Interestingly, China has now surpassed both Australia and Argentina in lithium reserves. So, what sparked this nearly 3X increase in lithium deposits? And […]
Critical minerals are the backbone of modern technology, clean energy, and national security. They are essential for producing batteries, semiconductors, renewable energy systems, and defense applications like antimony. As such, they are indispensable for a sustainable future, powering clean technologies. The United States, like many countries, is working to secure its supply of these materials […]
Nickel producers are bracing for a tough year in 2025, with the global nickel market expected to remain oversupplied, putting downward pressure on prices. Analysts attribute this oversupply to Indonesia’s rapidly expanding nickel industry, disrupting global markets and driving nickel prices down from previous highs. However, the largest nickel producer revealed plans to cut production by […]
Vale and Sweden’s GreenIron have teamed up to reduce emissions in the mining and metals supply chain. The MOU focuses on key initiatives in Brazil and Sweden, including a feasibility study for a direct reduction facility in Brazil operated by GreenIron. Additionally, Vale will also supply iron ore to GreenIron’s commercial operations in Sandviken, Sweden. […]