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We loved reading the Sylvera State of Carbon Credits 2024 report, now we can say we’ve enjoyed watching it just as much as well! ☺️ Thanks for condensing the insights so well in this short video clip Wovoka !

🌱 The remarkable success in Jiquilisco Bay is a testament to the power of community-led restoration efforts. At Fair Carbon, our Blue Carbon Academy is dedicated to supporting projects just like this one. We provide tools, training, and a network of experts to help ensure your blue carbon projects start strong and have enduring impact. Dive into our academy and discover how we can help turn the tide in favor of sustainable restoration: https://lnkd.in/dwrZNfFV

🌊 Unlocking Blue Carbon Potential with Less Risk and Lower Cost 🌱 Developing blue carbon projects is critical for climate action but comes with high costs and complexities. Typical projects can take 1-3 years just for feasibility and planning phases, with expenses ranging from $𝟐𝟎𝟎𝐊 𝐭𝐨 $𝟏𝐌. These include costs for expert analyses, third-party validations, pilot technologies, and extensive stakeholder engagements. 🛠️ That's where our 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 comes in. The academy significantly reduces these barriers by providing: 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Access to leading experts in blue carbon, reducing the need for costly external consultants. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬: Tools and resources to simplify and expedite feasibility studies and project development documentation (PDD). 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: A network of practitioners for peer advice and shared learning, minimizing common pitfalls in stakeholder engagement and permitting. 🌐 By joining the Blue Carbon Academy, project developers can not only lower their initial investment but also accelerate their journey from concept to execution, making blue carbon projects more feasible and financially viable. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dwrZNfFV 

💡 Our understanding of carbon sequestration is changing 🌱 The ocean is now revealed as a pragmatic cornerstone in the battle against climate change. 🌊 This recent report from the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy presents a clear and actionable vision for leveraging ocean-based climate solutions. If implemented fully, these solutions could close the emissions gap by up to 35% on the 1.5°C pathway by 2050, amounting to as much as 𝟏𝟒 𝐠𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐎₂ reduced annually. 🌎 Let us treat the ocean not as an afterthought but as a central ally in our shared climate mission. We found this report brimming with invaluable insights on ocean-based climate action, and we encourage you to read it too 🙌. https://lnkd.in/dnfuk4FY

"The coast is a sort of neutral ground, a most advantageous point from which to contemplate the world." - Henry David Thoreau Additionally, our oceans and coastlines are also where effective climate action begins. 🌊 Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangrove restoration, offer a huge untapped potential for carbon sequestration and genuinely positive and effective climate action. 🌟 We’re working with project developers worldwide to develop potential sites of restoration and protection through our 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒃𝒐𝒏 𝑨𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒎𝒚. If you are a project developer or know someone who needs expert-level assistance in getting their project off the ground, then please take a look at our education platform to help turbocharge your journey. https://lnkd.in/dwrZNfFV #BlueCarbon #Mangroves #FairCarbon

🌿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀: 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🌎 Did you know mangroves sequester carbon more effectively than almost any terrestrial forest? Here's why mangroves are a game-changer in climate action: 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲: Mangroves bury carbon at a rate of up to 10 times greater than terrestrial forests [Conservation International], thanks to their dense wood and deep, organic-rich soils. 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻: Carbon stored in mangrove soils can remain sequestered for millennia, providing a durable solution to carbon dioxide removal. 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Besides their carbon prowess, mangroves reduce the impact of storm surges and prevent coastal erosion, protecting habitats and human communities alike. 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀: Supporting a wide array of wildlife, mangroves enhance biodiversity, which is crucial for ecological balance and resilience. 🛠️ At Fair Carbon, we are tapping into the 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 to fight climate change. By solely supporting blue carbon projects, we aim to maximize these remarkable ecosystems' ecological and atmospheric benefits. #BlueCarbon #Mangroves #FairCarbon

💪 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝟲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱-𝗼𝗻 📚 The recent operationalization of Article 6 at COP29 has unlocked international carbon markets, but not without raising concerns. Critics point to potential gaps in transparency and accountability that could undermine the integrity of these markets. 🌱 At Fair Carbon, we're mindful of these complexities. Through our 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, we're committed to ensuring that every project we support sets the highest standards for environmental integrity and transparency. 🛠️ We provide developers with essential tools and foster a supportive community to navigate these challenges effectively. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻? To lead by example, creating carbon projects that not only comply with but exceed the requirements, driving real and measurable environmental benefits. Take a look and find out more about our Blue Carbon Academy here: https://lnkd.in/dwrZNfFV #BlueCarbon #FairCarbon #Article6

💪 Mangrove superpowers in action This simple simulation from the Dutch research institute Deltares is a powerful demonstration of how mangrove forests protect coastlines. 🌊 Fringe forests create a buffer zone that stops wave action in its tracks, reducing the impact of strong currents and large waves as well as surge flood levels. As more mangrove forests become wiped out, it puts coastal communities at risk of erosion and storm damage. We must protect these delicate ecosystems so they can continue protecting us. 🌳 Healthy mangroves sustain life. Video credit: CSRS #MangroveForests #ClimateResilience #SustainableDevelopment

🌱 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 Sylvera 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘀s: As we head into 2025, it's clear that the voluntary carbon market (VCM) is undergoing a significant transition. Despite a stable demand, the market experiences mixed sentiments among participants. 🔍 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: Market Integrity: Some positive regulatory developments post-COP29, but concerns persist about market fragmentation and the quality of carbon credits. Credit Dynamics: The majority of credits still come from renewable and REDD projects, with a shift towards higher-quality projects noted among non-anonymous buyers. Pricing Trends: Buyers face a tradeoff between price and quality, often paying premiums for higher quality credits amid significant price dispersion. Future Outlook: The convergence with compliance markets is accelerating, influencing both the demand and the structure of the VCM. 💼 At Fair Carbon, we're dedicating to navigating these complexities, ensuring that our projects not only comply with but lead in market integrity and environmental impact. Let's make 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 the key source of viable credits for the Carbon Credit Market! 🔗 Explore the full report for a deeper dive into these trends #CarbonCredits #BlueCarbon #FairCarbon

🏔  Last weekend, the Fair Carbon team gathered in Verbier, Switzerland, for a retreat that was as inspiring as it was invigorating 🇨🇭 Led by our founder, John Vermilye, we engaged in impactful workshops that deepened our commitment and broadened our understanding of our mission. The highlight? A challenging 4-hour snowshoe hike that not only tested our physical limits but also strengthened our team bond. 🌍 These moments together are crucial as they remind us of the importance of our work and the strength of our team. Here’s to many more! Special thanks to Diana Denke, Alexia Semov, Maria Cecilia Pertuz Molina, Francesco Andreolli, Alexander Craig, John Vermilye and Antoinette Vermilye (she/her) for taking part! #TeamBuilding #BlueCarbon #FairCarbon