Carbon Credits

COP25 Madrid: UN climate talks could pave way for a global carbon market

Negotiators at a UN meeting in Madrid this month are aiming to finally tackle the issue

Double counting of emissions could undermine Paris agreement goals; damage can be undone by robust accounting, common rules

In a separate point of debate some countries oppose the idea of a single international body overseeing carbon trading under the Paris agreement, arguing for more national sovereignty and flexibility between nations buying and selling

Greater Fluency In Language Of Business Must For IT Leaders: Gartner

Gartner analysts said last year's themes of shifting ownership and revenue flows continue, becoming more pronounced and more sharply focused.

Independent monitoring required for carbon credit assessments: Study

A review of the way carbon offset credits have been used internationally to reduce carbon emissions suggests that the programme needs independent monitoring.

Convoluted Paris climate agreement is ambitious but India has nothing to cheer about

In effect, lip service has been paid to “equity” and “differentiation” but there is no way in the agreement to operationalize these concepts.

Forest based carbon credits may be increased after new findings

If correct, that extra 125 billion tonnes of carbon could lead to an increase in the number of forest-based carbon credits set to be offered in carbon markets around the world.

Energy Efficiency: Key To Optimal Future

Apart from the ecological benefits that green technologies offer, they cause a good amount of cost savings within enterprises.

'Carbon Credits Should Be Introduced In India'

Paul Coby, CIO, British Airways, discusses his green strategy and shares some thought points on achieving a green and efficient infrastructure.