Entries by carbonfund

Microsoft and Avangrid Team Up on 140MW Solar Project to Power AI Growth and Net Zero Goals

Microsoft has signed a new solar energy agreement with U.S. energy company Avangrid, a member of the Iberdrola Group. The deal adds another large renewable energy project to Microsoft’s growing clean power portfolio. The agreement covers the Bluebird Solar project in Klickitat County, Washington. The facility will have a capacity of 140 megawatts direct current […]

From Timber Crisis to Climate Opportunity: Why Carbon Credits Are Becoming Critical for Japan’s Forest Future

Japan’s forestry sector is facing a deep crisis. Falling timber prices, an aging workforce, and shrinking rural populations are leaving large parts of the country’s forests abandoned or poorly managed. Now, carbon credits are emerging as a possible lifeline that could help restore forests, support local economies, and strengthen Japan’s climate goals. According to reporting […]

U.S.-Based Elemental Impact Teams Up with Big Tech to Build Greener AI Data Centers

Artificial intelligence is growing quickly, and so is the need for data centers. These facilities power AI tools, cloud computing, and daily online services. However, they also use large amounts of electricity, water, and materials. A new initiative aims to make data centers more sustainable and help climate-focused startups grow. Elemental Impact, a nonprofit investor […]

Carbon Markets Go Financial with Abatable Launching First Forward Pricing Curve for Carbon Credits

The voluntary carbon market (VCM) has long struggled with one major problem: pricing transparency. Most carbon credit trades still happen through private negotiations, broker quotes, or fragmented exchanges. Buyers often lack clear data on how prices may change over time. This makes it harder for companies to plan long-term carbon credit purchases or evaluate project […]

Aluminum Prices Spike as Gulf Conflict Squeezes Supply and Energy Costs, Impacting U.S. Solar Market

Global aluminum markets have entered a sharp upward cycle in 2026 as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt supply chains and push energy-linked costs higher. On May 27, 2026, Reuters reported a sharp rise in aluminum prices, which followed disruptions due to conflict in the Gulf region. These issues raised worries about tighter supply […]