Carbon credits

Asia’s booming carbon credit market sparks alarm over farmers’ rights

A new GRAIN report warns Asia’s fast-growing carbon credit market is exposing small farmers to land loss, weak incomes...

Cattle markets in Pakistan’s Punjab can become significant source of climate finance

A Punjab study finds cattle market waste can generate biogas, fertiliser and carbon credits, offering a scalable climate finance...

Bangladesh carbon credit goal sparks debate on feasibility and risks

Bangladesh’s ambitious carbon credit target faces scrutiny as experts warn of weak verification systems, volatile markets and institutional gaps,...

EU approves 2040 goal to cut emissions 90 percent

The EU has approved a legally binding goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions 90 percent by 2040, using domestic...

New analysis warns many carbon credits lack integrity

A new international review says many carbon credits fail to deliver emissions cuts or protect communities. Authors urge tougher...

Kenyan farmers measure fruit tree carbon for trade

Kenyan researchers have developed a simple formula enabling farmers to measure carbon in fruit trees, boosting climate action, incomes...