Australia’s carbon credit system has faced a recent surge in the issuance of Australian carbon credit units (ACCUs) from a relatively small-scale but rapidly growing sector known as the “soil carbon” industry. This industry is gaining increasing attention due to concerns about the quality and integrity of the carbon credits it generates, drawing parallels with...Read More

The new study by Forest Trends’ Ecosystem Marketplace indicates that not only are carbon credits purchases funding rapid climate action, but are also associated with companies that are already addressing climate change in their direct operations and throughout their value chains. Findings include: Companies engaging in the voluntary carbon market are reducing their own emissions more quickly than their peers. ...Read More