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#COP29 wrapped up with big news about Article 6.4—a key step toward building a global carbon market. It’s been labeled a “breakthrough,” but let’s be real: there’s still a long way to go! The new standards lay the groundwork, but translating them into action will take serious effort. We’ve unpacked what this means and what still needs to happen, from creating infrastructure to ensuring every project delivers real climate impact. Curious about the nitty-gritty? Check out our latest article here: https://lnkd.in/dqksr-Bp Let’s keep the conversation going—what’s your take on Article 6.4’s potential?

💡 Myths about carbon credits and learnings for the market With COP29 kicking off in Baku, it’s the perfect time to clear the air around a critical tool in our climate arsenal: carbon credits. There’s been a lot of chatter about the voluntary carbon market, and let’s face it—some of it’s misleading. Our Co-Founder & Managing Director, Jérôme Cochet, breaks down these misconceptions in his recent article for FOCUS online. Sure, the CO2 credit market’s reputation has taken a hit—but here’s the kicker: the IPCC underscores that carbon credits are vital if we want to hit global climate targets. Here are five myths that need debunking for impactful carbon action: ❌ Emissions trading and voluntary credits are the same thing ❌ Carbon offsetting is just modern indulgence trade ❌ Carbon credits are easily comparable because they’re quantifiable ❌ The voluntary carbon market is just a tool for greenwashing ❌ Carbon credits support modern colonialism Curious about how we challenge these myths and push for effective solutions? Check out the full article: https://lnkd.in/dgZ7gFZ5 #goodcarbon #climatechange #carboncredits #sustainability #carbonmarket #misconceptions #factcheck

Der Ruf freiwilliger #CO2-Bindungsprojekte hat in den vergangenen Jahren gelitten. Der wohl wichtigste Grund dafür ist ein wirtschaftlicher Zielkonflikt zwischen den Käufern und Verkäufern der entsprechenden #CO2Zertifikate. Jérôme Cochet, Geschäftsführer des Berliner Startups goodcarbon, schreibt: Nur gemeinsame wirtschaftliche #Ziele können beide Seiten zusammenbringen. Hier geht's zum frei verfügbaren Standpunkt 👉 https://lnkd.in/eh_rCEWz #Wissensvorsprung #CO2Bindung #Zertifizierung Foto: Goodcarbon

Inside COP16 Colombia: About the Future of Biodiversity and Business! 💡 Yes, goodcarbon went all-in at COP in Cali, Colombia, with our team on the ground – Valeria Alcocer, Ricarda Röller and Jérôme Cochet – hosting panels and sparking powerful conversations with global leaders and innovators. The insights? Game-changing. The impact? Only as big as we make it. Let’s dive in! 👇 🔍 Data & Tech = Nature’s Best Allies: Smart data collection and tech tools can elevate any company’s nature strategy, giving companies real leverage to drive impactful change. 🌱 Biodiversity Credits Are Here: These credits are emerging as vital tools for insetting and nature-positive contributions, but trust and integrity are essential for building a sustainable market. 🌍 Climate + Biodiversity = Accelerated Impact: Tackling biodiversity alone isn’t enough; combining climate and biodiversity strategies allows companies to maximize impact using existing resources. 🏆 Leading by Action: Leading companies are measuring impacts, setting SMART targets (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound), and proactively working to reduce negative effects on nature. Publishing their nature strategies, fostering a cycle of collective growth and improvement. ⏰ The 30x30 Countdown Is On: With the 2030 deadline to protect 30% of nature quickly approaching, now is the time for action! A huge shoutout and heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners at Plan Vivo Foundation, Blue Marine Foundation, The Generation Forest, Andreas Eke, Toral Shah, Keith Bohannon, Kaija Barisa and Jen Stebbing for their unwavering support and dedication. Together, we’re building the path toward a nature-positive future. 🌿 Let’s work together to make a lasting difference! #goodcarbon #COP16 #Biodiversity #NaturePositive #30x30 #Sustainability

As we look back on Sustainability LIVE Net Zero, Jérôme Cochet, CEO of goodcarbon, took the stage to explore why investing in nature-based carbon solutions is a vital step for companies striving to achieve their net-zero targets. Jérôme’s presentation focused on the timing, relevance, and best practices for developing a carbon credit portfolio centred on nature-based solutions, highlighting the growing urgency of addressing the interconnected climate and nature crises. You can catch the full session below! Missed out this year? Don’t worry! Join us at the QEII Centre in 2025 for Sustainability LIVE: Net Zero. Early bird tickets are available now! - https://lnkd.in/eq56xMq6 #Sustainability #NetZero #CarbonNeutral

Meet our team at the #COP16 on Biodiversity, in Cali!

Today, we want to introduce one of our German nature-based solutions: Klim! 🚜🇩🇪 Klim partners with farmers to transform conventional practices into regenerative ones, reshaping how we grow food and connect with nature. Did you know that 50% of the world's habitable land is used for agriculture? This presents a huge potential to store carbon in the soil and counteract climate change. Healthy soils act as “carbon sponges,” capturing CO₂ from the atmosphere and storing it underground. However, many farmers face barriers like technical challenges and financial constraints. Klim steps in with tailored support, helping them adopt practices like cover cropping, improved crop rotation, and reduced tillage. This transition boosts soil health, leading to better yields and reduced soil erosion. 🌾 And it’s not just about carbon—biodiversity also flourishes with improved soil health. The increased variety of life in the soil supports and strengthens ecosystem resilience, creating a vibrant, self-sustaining environment. When we talk about nature-based solutions, we often think of trees and plants. But sometimes, it's about getting back to the root—soil health. 🌱 Read more about the project: https://lnkd.in/dmhF2WbJ #goodcarbon #RegenerativeAgriculture #Biodiversity #Klim #SoilHealth #ClimateAction #SustainableFarming

𝗦𝗵𝗶𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀. At our company, we’ve come to expect that the path to sustainability is rarely a straight line. As sustainability managers and Chief Sustainability Officers, you know firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate evolving regulations, shifting standards, and internal complexities. It often feels like every day brings a new hurdle, a new obstacle to overcome. But here’s something we’ve learned along the way: adversity is a natural part of this journey, every challenge becomes a chance for growth. 𝗪𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸—𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱𝘀: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 (𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆) 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 🦜 Birds are nature's champions of growth, playing a key role in seed dispersal. Whether through feeding, dropping seeds, carrying them on their bodies, or pass them through their digestive systems, fertilizing them as they go, birds help restore ecosystems by spreading seeds far and wide—giving plants the chance to grow in new places. 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀: In a fascinating study, wild bird droppings were used to accelerate the recovery of damaged seagrass meadows in South Florida. Sticks are placed at areas where seagrass is being restored so that resting birds will "fertilize" their growth, which restored critical ecological services faster than traditional methods. This is a perfect example of how birds can help restore ecosystems. Source: W. Judson Kenworthy et al. 2018, Restoration of tropical seagrass beds using wild bird fertilization and sediment regrading #Biodiversity #CarbonCredit #goodcarbon

Why Your Nature-Based Portfolio Should Include at Least One Mangrove Project: 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀 🌿 Mangroves are some of the most undervalued ecosystems, yet they play a critical role in biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, and coastal protection. These coastal forests store up to 1,000 tonnes of carbon per hectare, sequestering five times more carbon than terrestrial forests! 🌍 More than 1,500 species, from fish and birds to tigers and sloths, depend on mangroves for survival. They provide vital nurseries for commercial fish, shelter for wildlife, and nesting grounds for migratory birds. Mangroves even protect a $7.6 billion seafood industry and help support 109,000 jobs in Florida alone. 🐟 Not only do mangroves stabilize coastlines by reducing erosion from storms, waves, and tides, they also filter pollutants, protect coral reefs, and absorb storm surges, reducing the risk of coastal flooding. Mangroves are biodiversity hotspots and natural shields that protect both nature and humanity. Let’s protect and restore these incredible ecosystems for a sustainable future with good carbon projects! Read more about our projects: https://lnkd.in/dchrM2E9 #Biodiversity #Mangroves #ClimateAction #CoastalProtection #Conservation #goodcarbon