Nature-based credit markets at a crossroads

Thomas Swinfield, Siddarth Shrikanth, Joseph Bull, Anil Madhavapeddy, and Sophus zu Ermgassen. In Nature Sustainability. .Thomas SwinfieldSiddarth ShrikanthJoseph BullAnil MadhavapeddySophus zu Ermgassen

Nature-based credit markets at a crossroads

Abstract

Continuing to produce nature-based credits using dubious accounting methodologies will yield limited carbon and biodiversity gains. Establishing scientific credibility unlocks the potential of credits to meaningfully contribute to targets of the Paris and Kunming-Montreal agreements.

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