SBTi proposes improvements to net-zero standards
A revision of the Science Based Targets initiative’s CNZS v2.0 corporate net-zero standard reveals a welcome push towards greater accountability, despite some shortcomings.
Questioning the integrity of the voluntary carbon market: Introduction
‘Questioning the integrity of the voluntary carbon market’ is a new series of Carbon Market Watch video explainers that answers your question on this neglected topic.
Due South: Voluntary carbon market’s North-South inequality under the spotlight
Our latest report discusses how carbon credits from renewable energy projects are in oversupply and fail to deliver additional climate benefits
Pricing the priceless: Lessons for biodiversity credits from carbon markets
Biodiversity markets are meant to channel private sector funding towards schemes that aim to conserve and restore biodiversity. In its current form, the unregulated funding schemes are reminiscent of the voluntary carbon market, which has a track record of supplying poor quality, cheap credits that inadequately transfer funds to the Global South.
Navigating the maze of project documentation
A new report by Carbon Market Watch has raised concerns over a lack of transparency and accountability within the unregulated voluntary carbon market caused by the unavailability of important project documents from the four biggest carbon crediting standards.
REDD+ FAQ: Explaining the ins and outs of forestry climate projects
REDD+, which aims to reduce or prevent deforestation through the voluntary carbon market, is a complex and confusing area. In this FAQ, we answer some frequently asked questions.
