INTEGRITY GLOBAL PARTNERS INC

Happy New Year 2025 from Integrity Global Partners! 🎉 2024 was a challenging year for many in the carbon markets, but despite serious headwinds, we persevered and emerged stronger, ready for a great year ahead in 2025. Here are some of our key highlights from 2024: ✨ Building and strengthening partnerships with indigenous and local communities, as well as private sector partners, across the DRC, Malawi, Uganda, South Africa, Colombia, British Columbia, and beyond to develop a diverse and impactful pipeline of NCS investment opportunities. ✨ Carrying forward a crowdfund campaign featured on Superpowers for Good here https://lnkd.in/gVA5w2eY to bring attention to our own large-scale greenfield forest restoration and agricultural land management program in Malawi. ✨ Restructuring the company to offer both project design/development support and investment advisory, demonstrating a sustainable business model and supporting esteemed clients to build new NCS funds and identify and manage risks associated with potential project investments. ✨ Providing thought leadership through contributions like this investor guide: https://lnkd.in/d3NnSgPm, speaking at leading conferences including IETA's NACS during NY Climate Week, and recording this webinar on the importance of REDD+ and the future of carbon markets: https://lnkd.in/gRWSn2Gk. ✨ Supporting the newly created Green Carbon Fund, as an advisory board member, further strengthening our commitment to partnering for global climate solutions. ✨By far, our biggest achievement in 2024 was survival. From external market headwinds to serious internal disruptions that tested our resolve, it felt like the odds were stacked against us. Yet, here we are, standing stronger and more resilient than ever. As we look to 2025, we are enthusiastic about developments in the market and determined to support meaningful action, collaboration, and impact in the climate and NCS space. We are deeply grateful to our partners, clients, and supporters for walking this path with us. Together, we can make 2025 a breakthrough year for NCS! #HappyNewYear #IntegrityGlobalPartners #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction #REDD+ #NCS 4o

🌟 Exciting News for #CarbonMarkets 🌟 #Verra's Afforestation, Reforestation, and Revegetation (ARR) Methodology has officially been approved by the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM)! This is a significant milestone that validates the quality and integrity of these projects in the rapidly evolving #VCM. 🌳 Why this matters now: * The carbon market is transforming at an unprecedented pace, driven by the urgent need for high integrity Natural Climate Solutions (#NCS) * This approval will boost confidence for investors and buyers in NCS, hopefully counteracting some of the negative media attention and boosting demand * It’s thrilling to witness and contribute to these changes firsthand. INTEGRITY GLOBAL PARTNERS INC is helping shape up projects globally to ensure they deliver the highest level of positive benefits for the climate, environment and local communities. Kudos to the teams at #Verra and #ICVCM for their efforts in making this possible. This milestone underscores the exciting momentum in the sector—proving that high-quality, nature-based solutions can be central to achieving global climate goals. 🌍 More on the announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gEGf826N #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction #Reforestation #Sustainability #NatureBasedSolutions #NetZero

🎉 Congratulations to us! After 9 long months, Integrity Global Partners has officially received approval for our trademark. While it may seem like a small win, this milestone is incredibly significant. Let me explain why. 🔒 Why are trademarks important? Trademarks protect the identity of a business. They are a cornerstone of brand integrity, ensuring that customers and partners know who they’re dealing with. For startups especially, a trademark is a safeguard against misrepresentation and a declaration of credibility in the market. ⚠️ Why is this meaningful for IGP? In the early days of a startup, the journey can be unpredictable, full of challenges you never see coming. For us, the most shocking moment came last year when a group with no connection to IGP not only used our trademark but also leveraged our brand and even my personal background to pitch themselves to a major bank IGP had been developing a business partnership with for well over a year. 🤯 How far did they get? Far enough that when I reached out to the same bank to check in on our deal after months of silence, their response was: “We’re busy signing contracts with you right now.” What happened next was even more astounding. When I pointed out that the bank had been misled, the individual leading the bank's efforts chose to finalize the contracts with the fraudsters rather than risk internal strife or disruption.  🌍 Where did this happen? An Africa country that is well known for having high levels of corruption. And if you’re familiar with the complexities and risks of doing business in certain regions, this story will resonate. ✅ This milestone matters. This experience underscores just how critical trademarks are, especially in global markets where protections may vary. Today’s milestone is a step toward ensuring the integrity of our brand and the trust of those who partner with us. 💪 To all the startups navigating their own storms: keep pushing. Even small wins like this remind us that persistence pays off. 🚀 Here’s to protecting what we’ve built and to the brighter days ahead! #trademarks #fraud #carbonmarkets #integrity

🌿 Join Us for an Inspiring Webinar on Nature Conservation and Carbon Markets! 🌍 Our Founder and CEO, Cheri Sugal, will be speaking at an upcoming webinar hosted by Pedro Zimmer of DGB Group: "Exploring Lasting Nature Conservation Solutions Through Carbon Markets" 🗓️ 10 December | 🕒 14:30 CET Cheri Sugal is a seasoned professional with over three decades of international experience, working hands-on in more than 65 countries alongside governments, corporations, NGOs, and local communities to advance conservation efforts and create emission reduction initiatives. She will share compelling stories from her experiences on the frontlines of conservation, exploring how carbon markets have evolved as a sustainable, long-term solution for protecting nature. 🔑 Key Topics Include: *Philanthropy vs. Carbon Markets: Which is more effective for financing conservation? *The tangible impact of carbon projects on local communities. *Aligning poverty alleviation with forest protection. *Restoring trust and ensuring transparency in the carbon market. 📢 Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/gfghVCB3 Whether you're an investor, conservationist, or simply passionate about sustainability, this webinar offers powerful insights into leveraging carbon markets to create meaningful and lasting change. We hope to see you there! 🌟

🌍 In addition to the news on the ICVCM last week, it is worth celebrating the Landmark Moment for Global Climate Action: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement Finally Agreed! After over a decade of negotiations, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement has been finalized—an achievement that unlocks enormous potential for international collaboration between countries and the public and private sectors, to combat climate change. While there are a lot of intricacies to the text and work to be done to operationalize Article 6, here's some high level views on why it matters: Article 6 creates a framework for countries to cooperate on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enabling them to achieve their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) together. Because let’s face it: solving the climate crisis requires a global village! The Potential Impact: By using Article 6 mechanisms, experts estimate potential savings of $250 billion in meeting climate targets, with the added benefit of nearly doubling global ambition. Key Mechanisms: 1️⃣ Article 6.2: Countries can trade emissions reductions through Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs)—essentially bilateral agreements with safeguards against double counting via Corresponding Adjustments. 2️⃣ Article 6.4: Replaces the CDM with a centralized Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM) (inevitably will be known as Pac-Man!) to generate and trade carbon credits. This ensures higher integrity and sustainability, encouraging private-sector investment in climate projects. What about REDD+? There’s been confusion around whether REDD+ is excluded. While Article 6 focuses on removals, it explicitly supports emission reduction and removal activities—including REDD+—as long as they align with sustainable development goals. What Does This Mean for Buyers and the Market? ✔ New Classes of Carbon Credits: Starting next year, Article 6.4 Emission Reductions (A6.4ERs) will be available for purchase. ✔ Integrity Is Key: Credits must be rigorously assessed for quality. Initiatives like ICVCM will play a vital role in ensuring high standards. ✔ Higher Prices Expected: Article 6 credits are likely to command a premium, reflecting their enhanced credibility and potential integration into compliance markets. ✔ Worth noting: The distinction between Authorizations and Approvals under Article 6.4 is critical: All activities must be "approved" by the host country, but not all need to be "authorized". Non-authorized units are designated as Mitigation Contribution Units (MCUs). Although they cannot count towards the receiving country's NDC they can be used in the VCM. This historical breakthrough represents a significant step toward restoring confidence in carbon markets, increasing transparency, and aligning private-sector efforts with global climate goals! 🚀 Read here IETA's statement: https://lnkd.in/g8C7b3KS #ClimateAction #ParisAgreement #CarbonMarkets #Article6 #Sustainability

Its not often we post twice in one day, but this is a game-changer for the #VCM and worth celebrating! The The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has approved: ✅ VM0048 Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation, v1.0 ✅ VMD0055 Estimation of Emission Reductions from Avoiding Unplanned Deforestation, v1.1 ✅ Jurisdictional and Nested REDD+ Framework, v4.1 REDD+ credits have comprised more than 25% of all historical issuances in the VCM, and are a critical source of financing for protecting and managing forests in the Global South. In the past year alone, as a result of media attacks and a decline in buyer confidence, REDD+ projects lost $250M of financing from the VCM. This approval gives credits issued under these methodologies the credibility they need to restore buyer and investor confidence. Along with the #Article6 news from Baku, we finally have the momentum to move things in the right direction. Thank you to all those at Verra and the The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) who made this happen. https://lnkd.in/gKZZEmZZ #carboncredits #VCM #article6 #climatefinance

Though we're not attending COP this year, we're closely following the progress on Article 6 and exploring ways it can mobilize financing for #NaturalClimateSolutions. Today, IETA published an insightful briefing paper on REDD+ within the Paris Agreement—a valuable primer for understanding how REDD+ aligns with Article 6 and the distinction in financing approaches between Articles 5 and 6. INTEGRITY GLOBAL PARTNERS INC is proud to have made substantive contributions to this briefing, and we're pleased to support the knowledge sharing that will help drive impactful climate action. Read the full IETA paper: https://lnkd.in/gxArGmrA #climatefinance #article6 #COP29

🌍 We're On the Move! Cheri Sugal, Founder & CEO of Integrity Global Partners Inc., will be on the road this September and October. First stop: #ClimateWeekNYC from September 22-29, including the IETA #NACS2024 from September 24-26 at the Sheraton Times Square Hotel. She will be speaking at IETA on September 25 @1pm, on the panel hosted by Space Intelligence entitled "Navigating Risks in Nature-Based Investments". Next up: #CIFBLondon2024 in London for CE Events & Media's Corporate Investments in Forestry and Biodiversity on October 1-2. If you'll be in New York or London during these events, let's connect in person! Reach out to schedule a time. For more details about the events: 🔗 Climate Week NYC - https://lnkd.in/dEBDih7 🔗 IETA NACS 2024 - https://lnkd.in/dZTbNBCQ 🔗 CIFBLondon 2024 - https://lnkd.in/e-HnXdHp

INTEGRITY GLOBAL PARTNERS INC was pleased to contribute broadly to this incredibly important "how to" guide on investing in high-integrity Natural Climate Solutions in the VCM and provide a specific case study on our approach, alongside the our friend Lev Gantly of Philip Lee. The guide was produced by the ERM Sustainability Institute, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development’s Natural Climate Solutions Alliance (NCSA), and the Forest Investor Club (FIC) to help investors confidently and methodically identify promising NCS projects, carefully scrutinize them, and design and implement effective investment mechanisms – all for the ultimate purpose of increasing the flow of financial capital into these promising high impact solutions. #climatefinance #NbS #naturebasedsolutions #naturalcapital https://lnkd.in/eHShnBUR

Our CEO, Cheri Sugal, had the opportunity to join Zoe Quiroz Cullen in a discussion about what high integrity means for Natural Climate Solutions. The discussion was hosted on the NCS Procurement Hub and was part of the 24-hour NCS Summit. To learn more: www.ncsprocurementhub.org https://lnkd.in/gm-_pKhj