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🥨 Germany is to be led by a coalition of the CDU and SPD parties after the victory for Merz, leader of the CDU since 2022. What can we expect from German climate leadership after the election? How will this political change affect the climate policy of Germany and the European Union? Quick hints of what to expect: 1️⃣ Economic considerations should take precedence over drastic climate measures 2️⃣ Phasing out fossil fuels yes, but not too quickly. Alternatives need to be present before decommissioning fossil units 3️⃣ Encouraging Market-based climate protection, viewed as possible "guiding instruments" 4️⃣ Adjusting transport and energy transition speed: more pragmatism, proposition to reduce electricity taxes and a possible push against combustion engine ban 5️⃣ A more moderate view on the potential future of nuclear energy, possibly with new technologies or smaller modular reactors More details here https://lnkd.in/eAwz6hCh #germanelection #wahlen #CDU #SPD

Planet2050 continues to tour projects developers around the world, with a strong focus in Asia! This time with Alcom's first facility in the Philippines registered on Puro.earth. While growth for Carbon Dioxide Removals has been seen for the largest part in North America and Europe in the past 3 years, Asia is slowly but surely picking up! Why do we support this? 🥥 there are abundant biomass residues such as rice husks, sugarcane bagasse, coconut husk and shells, corn cobs, invasive species... 👷 competitive, skilled and dynamic labor force is available with smart entrepreneurs ready to take greentech solutions to the next level 🏛️ regulatory processes are faster compared to some European countries when it comes to permitting and licenses 🌏 the potential for real co-benefits is immense: the industry can provide additional revenue to local farmers and communities; and offer a solution to avoid carbon and methane emissions due to biomass field burnings or decomposition in open landfills 🚧 biochar is a very versatile material. It can be used as additive in construction materials which has a high energy and carbon profile here; or as soil amendment, improving soil health and contributing to the reduction of chemical fertilizer use. Emissions from construction and fertilizers are hotpots for intervention in Asia Let's work together to scale up this industry, bring the right expertise and financial means to get more facilities off the ground! #carbonmarkets #CDR #biochar #removal #agriculture #planet2050

The Green Climate Fund was established in 2010 under the UNFCCC to channel funding to clean energy and climate adaptation programs across the developing world. It has since approved $16 billion worth of projects. The Board approved last days 11 projects in 42 countries that are expected to provide direct support to 115.5 million people and mitigate the equivalent of 45.3 million metric tonnes of CO₂. Projects focus on various critical climate risks areas from agriculture, food security, natural ecosystem, forests or water access. In these challenging times, more investment is needed to build climate resilience, one of the pre-requisites for human population, social and economic growth. Biden and Obama had both pledged $3 billion to the GCF, and $2 billion has been already committed. Earlier in February Trump decided to cancel the $4 billion remaining, in a move never done before. “We live in an interconnected world: no country, not even the richest ones, can afford to treat climate change solely as a domestic matter" - GCF’s executive director Mafalda Duarte. https://lnkd.in/eqgTSr4U

For our German readers ⬛🟥🟨 Planet0205’s Interview on the role of CDR in climate action at Die Deutsche Wirtschaft. 🌍 Die Rolle der CO2-Entnahme im Klimaschutz 💨 Um das ehrgeizige Ziel einer klimaneutralen Wirtschaft zu erreichen, reichen CO₂-Reduktionsmaßnahmen allein nicht aus. Eine Lösung, die an Bedeutung gewinnt, ist Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) – die aktive Entnahme von CO₂ aus der Atmosphäre. Im exklusiven Interview mit Deutschlands größten Informationsnetzwerk “Die Deutsche Wirtschaft” erklärt Planet2050-CEO Lucas Zaehringer, warum Unternehmen und Investoren jetzt handeln sollten. 🔗 Lesen Sie das vollständige Interview, um mehr über den wachsenden CDR-Markt, die Rolle von Unternehmen bei der Bewältigung unvermeidbarer Emissionen und die Zukunft der CO₂-Entnahme zu erfahren. 🌍 Interview - the role of CDR in climate action To achieve the ambitious goal of a net-zero economy, CO₂ reduction alone will not be enough. One solution gaining momentum is Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR)—actively removing CO₂ from the atmosphere. In an DDW interview, Planet2050 CEO Lucas Zaehringer explains why businesses and investors should act now. 🔗 Read the full interview to explore the growing CDR market, the role of companies in tackling residual emissions, and how carbon removal is increasingly shaping the future of climate action. https://lnkd.in/eYrEGHFE

Planet2050 will be at Carbon Forward 2025 in Singapore! Who else is joining? 6 facts showing Singapore's leadership in carbon markets 🧵 1️⃣ Singapore is home to 120+ firms across the carbon management value chain that support corporates and governments in Asia to transit to a low-carbon future. 2️⃣ The Carbon Pricing Act introduced in 2019 set Southeast Asia's first carbon tax, initially set at S$5 per ton of CO₂e, rising at $25/tCO2e in 2024 and 2025, and $45tCO2e in 2026 and 2027, with a view to reaching $50-80 tCO2e by 2030. 3️⃣ Singapore has MOU with 24 countries for Article 6.2 bi-lateral agreements. 4️⃣ The Singapore Carbon Market Alliance (SCMA) was launched in July 2024 by IETA and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). It is a by-invitation-only alliance that connect leading international developers with Singapore-based corporations to facilitates sales of Article 6-compliant credits. 5️⃣ Singapore also announced last November the launch of the Carbon Markets Academy of Singapore (CMAS), which will train and upskill 300 professionals by 2027 to support the growth of Singapore’s carbon services and trading sector 6️⃣ Last month, Singapore also announced agreements with Malaysia to establish a joint committee carbon capture, collaborate on Article 6, as well as facility cross-border Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs). Please get in touch if you want to engage with Lucas Zaehringer or Shinu Jose. #carbonmarkets #singapore #planet2050 #climatefinance

"The world releases 175 million tonnes of greenhouse gases daily into the atmosphere. That's insane for us to allow that to continue" Al Gore at the World Economic Forum in Davos. While there was no major outcome to be expected, global leaders addressed once more the urgency of climate change, as environmental risks represent the greatest source of long-term concern, according to WEF's Global Risks Report. Learn more about takeaways from the conference on limate topics. Link in the comment

Friends in Manila, we look forward to meeting you at the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (GPCCI / AHK Philippinen) event: the Green Economies of Tomorrow. Our CEO Lucas Zaehringer will join a panel on the Philippines's NDC Progress and Climate Action. #planet2050 #climateaction #NDC #Article6 #carbonmarkets

The Carbon Forward Middle East conference took place last week in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Our Regional Manager Shinu Jose was present to explore opportunities, meet up with existing and prospective partners. An opportunity to look at the progress in the UAE and overall region, as well as key announcements made last week! https://lnkd.in/d9Eu5rWM #carbonmarket #uae #middleeast #planet2050

From Europe to South-East Asia, Planet2050 is here to make long-lasting positive impact for the Planet and the People, by unlocking opportunities when sustainability expertise, financial resources and access to environmental markets are missing. Our CEO Lucas Zaehringer is sharing observations from the Philippines where the momentum for the carbon market is growing, especially focusing on nature-based solutions, coastal ecosystem restoration but also waste management and renewable energy. When identifying project opportunities, we strongly believe in principles such as: ➡️ Spending time to understand local context and challenges ➡️ Talking to people to assess their concerns and aspirations ➡️ Developing partnerships with organizations who can make the difference on the ground ➡️ Understanding what has worked well or failed in the past based on local conditions and economic realities

Carbon Forward Abu Dhabi is happening this week! Lots of topics to tackle as we move into 2025. Meet us there! Our Regional Program Manager Shinu Jose will attend. #carbonmarkets #netzero #planet2050 #climatefinance