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  • 10/10/2024

    Differentiating Carbon Credits: Reduction, Removal, and Avoidance

    Carbon credits come in many different forms, each serving a unique purpose and operating in its own way. This article will guide you through the three most common types of carbon credits, helping you understand how they work.
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  • 09/10/2024

    Biochar from Durian peels: A Golden material for Sustainable Agriculture

    Millions of tons of durian peels are discarded annually, exerting immense pressure on the environment and squandering valuable resources. Improperly disposed of peels can contaminate the environment, release greenhouse gasses, and pose various other risks. In this context, converting durian peels into biochar - a porous, carbon-rich biomaterial - is seen as an innovative and sustainable solution
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  • 02/10/2024

    Scaling a Credible, High-Impact Voluntary Carbon Market

    As the urgency of climate change intensifies, businesses and governments are increasingly seeking solutions to mitigate their carbon footprints. The voluntary carbon market offers a promising avenue for financing emissions reduction projects and supporting sustainable development. However, for this market to deliver its full potential, it requires significant transformation.
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  • 19/09/2024

    Carbon Offsetting: The Threat of Low-Quality Carbon Credits

    In the increasingly urgent context of climate change, many businesses have made commitments to reduce emissions and achieve carbon neutrality. One popular tool used to achieve this goal is carbon offsetting. However, behind the attractive numbers and promises, the carbon offset market is fraught with serious issues, particularly regarding the quality of carbon credits. In-depth research reveals an alarming trend: many carbon credits are of low quality, potentially undermining the credibility of companies' climate claims.
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  • 11/09/2024

    Seaweed: Vietnam's Green Treasure and a Sustainable Future

    Vietnam, with thousands of kilometers of coastline, possesses a diverse marine ecosystem, including a variety of seaweed species. This marine plant not only serves as a source of food and medicine but also offers an effective solution to address climate change.
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  • 04/09/2024

    131 billion USD: Taiwan's ambitious goal through the upcoming Carbon Credit Exchange

    Taiwan is poised to take a significant stride towards a greener future with the imminent launch of its domestic carbon credit exchange, the Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX). Set to commence operations on October 2, 2024, this groundbreaking initiative marks a pivotal milestone in the nation's efforts to combat climate change and transition to a more sustainable economy.
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  • 23/08/2024

    Building a Legal Framework for the Carbon Credit Trading Market in Vietnam

    Vietnam is actively preparing to join the global carbon credit trading network by 2028. With significant potential for emissions reduction and a substantial supply of carbon credits, Vietnam is expected to play a crucial role in the international market. However, to succeed, Vietnam urgently needs to complete its legal framework, create an attractive investment environment, and ensure transparency and efficiency in carbon credit trading activities.
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  • 19/08/2024

    Green Bonds: A Innovative Financial Solution for the Amazon Rainforest

    The World Bank has made a significant breakthrough in green finance by issuing a $225 million bond to fund the reforestation of the Amazon rainforest. This is not merely a financial transaction but a groundbreaking initiative that combines economic benefits with environmental conservation and sustainable development goals.
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  • 16/08/2024

    Carbon Offsetting: Exploring the Solution to Climate Change

    Climate change is threatening the future of our planet. Governments around the world are striving to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions into the atmosphere by implementing stricter regulations and environmentally friendly policies. One way to achieve this is through the creation of a "carbon offset" ecosystem.
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  • 13/08/2024

    Singapore Solidifies Its Position as a Carbon Trading Hub: Launch of the Singapore Carbon Market Alliance (SCMA)

    On July 31, 2024, Singapore officially launched the Singapore Carbon Market Alliance (SCMA), a strategic move to reinforce the city-state's role as a leading carbon trading hub in Asia. SCMA, led by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and the International Emissions Trading Association (IETA), brings together major corporations, innovative startups, and government agencies with the aim of reshaping the carbon credit market in the region.
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  • 08/08/2024

    Carbon Market - Golden Key to Sustainable Development

    Our report gives analysis and the reality of the carbon markets in the world and point out problems limit the growth of the markets in the world and Vietnam
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  • 05/08/2024

    Paris 2024: A Green Olympics?

    The 2024 Paris Olympics is set to redefine the sporting event by prioritizing sustainability. Aiming for a 50% reduction in carbon footprint compared to previous games, organizers are implementing sweeping changes across various aspects of the event.
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  • 02/08/2024

    Carbon Credit Market: Opportunities and Challenges for Vietnam's Green Journey

    The development of the carbon credit market is not only a global green trend but also an opportunity for countries to move towards "Net Zero" emissions and proactively respond to the complex climate change. Vietnam is no exception to this trend.
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  • 22/07/2024

    Borneo logging to creates Carbon Credits - Climate saver or killer ?

    Two Malaysian logging companies have been allowed to log forests in Borneo, claiming that this will allow them to sell carbon credits. It this the truth ?
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  • 16/07/2024

    The United States' New Policy on the Voluntary Carbon Market

    The US government recently introduced policies and principles aimed at enhancing trust and promoting the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) for the first time. The guidelines issued in May reflect the US government's belief in the effectiveness of the VCM in mitigating climate change. This new policy has established a solid foundation to increase the transparency and integrity of this market. Let's delve into how these policies positively impact the global fight against climate change.
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  • 05/07/2024

    Effective energy management, Greenhouse Gas reduction: International cooperation trends towards Vietnam's Net Zero 2050 goal

    On July 3, 2024, Giant Barb Environment & Science Joint Stock Company (Giant Barb) and the Korea Testing & Research Institute (KTR) officially signed a cooperation agreement for two key green energy projects. The signing ceremony was attended by representatives from both sides, marking a significant milestone in Giant Barb's sustainable development efforts and contributing to the common goal of environmental protection.
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  • 01/07/2024

    Petrovietnam accelerates its journey to Greenhouse Gas emission reduction

    Petrovietnam, the national oil and gas group of Vietnam, is actively implementing a range of solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable development and effective climate change mitigation. This article delves into Petrovietnam's ambitious goals, innovative solutions, and ongoing efforts to achieve a net-zero emissions future.
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