Sector special: Digging into materials
Broad nature of the sector means best practice includes independent certification
Forestry
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Big names line up to fund forest carbon marketplace
NCX works with small forest landowners, who delay cutting timber in exchange for money from corporations that in turn receive carbon credits
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Q&A: Offsetting isn’t the only tool in the box
Quintet Earth’s James Purcell answers questions on making offsetting mandatory and reforestation impact on the environment
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Engagement on forests climbs 99%
Response rate increased in Asia
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Engagement on forests climbs 99%
Highest response rate was in Europe
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Investment in nature-based solutions has real-world impact
Sequestered 3.2 million metric tons of emissions on average each year but should not be seen as a ‘silver bullet’
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Information gaps highlighted within firms’ offsetting plans
Analysis shows net zero commitments rising but many lack robustness
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International standards needed for materials sector
Broad nature of the sector means best practice also includes independent certification
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More property funds expected to buy woodland for carbon offsets
Standard Life Investments Property Income Trust last week announced it had acquired national park land as part of carbon strategy
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Staycation with Aviva Investors’ Ed Dixon: Wild camping, forestry and sustainable brands
The head of real assets ESG shares his wild camping trip in Dartmoor and why it’s important to leave no trace
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Woodland Trust calls for urgent investment
Charity director pens piece on biodiversity in ESG Clarity’s digital magazine
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UK government responds to Dasgupta Review with nature restoration plans
Environment secretary shares new ambitions, and a reflection on World Bee Day