Over the last few days Gold Standard CEO Margaret Kim, Director of Marketing and Communications Jamie Ballantyne, and Senior Manager, Strategy Yuval Tchetchik have been in East Africa visiting cookstove projects that produce Gold Standard credits. About 28% of the global population cook over open fires. In Africa, that equates to nearly four in five Africans using wood and charcoal on inefficient stoves, or three stone fires. By replacing these with more efficient cooking methods, Ecosafi, the Better Cooking Company in Nairobi, and Simoshi Limited in Kampala, deliver both real climate impact, reducing the demand for wood for cooking, while also achieving vital health benefits and saving time and money for those using the stoves. Cookstove credits deliver wins for the climate, nature and people. Thanks to everyone at Ecosafi, the Better Cooking Company , and Simoshi Limited for hosting us and letting us see the amazing work you do in person.
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Gold Standard works to create a climate secure world where sustainable growth brings life-changing benefits to communities everywhere. Our role as a standard and certification body is to maximise the impact of climate and development activities. We design the strongest processes that amplify the impact of efforts to deliver clean energy and water, responsibly manage land and forests, and transform lives of the world’s poor. We then verify those outcomes, inspiring greater confidence that drives investment to accomplish even more. We were established in 2003 by WWF and other NGOs as a best practice standard to ensure projects that reduced carbon emissions under the UNs CDM also delivered on their dual mandate to foster sustainable development. Now with more than 80 NGO supporters and 1100 projects in over 70 countries, our projects have delivered billions of dollars in climate and development outcomes in local communities all around the world. Our Vision: Climate security and sustainable development for all Our Mission: To maximise the impacts of climate and development interventions by creating robust standards that lead to responsible management of the planet's resources and life-changing benefits to communities around the world. Our Values Pioneering: For over a decade, we've shown how climate finance can achieve its highest potential. We’re pushing this further, creating and integrating innovative programs to deliver impacts at a greater scale. Collaborative: To realize our ambitious vision, we will join forces with strategic partners who share our goals and values. Rigorous: We will build upon our reputation for quality and rigour with more robust measurement of outcomes and deeper impact across the Sustainable Development Goals. Transparent: We were established to bring confidence, trust and accountability to carbon markets. We will continue to take strides to improve transparency in our own processes and the broader market.
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Australia will host the Global Nature Positive Summit at the International Convention Centre in Sydney from 8-10 October 2024. This event is seen as an opportunity to bring together leaders and experts across sectors to explore how we can drive private sector investment to protect and restore our natural environment. 🌱 The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework sets the ambitious goal of mobilising US$200 billion per year by 2030 for nature repair. With both government and private sector contributions needed to meet this target, the Summit will showcase innovative tools, best practices, and collaborative strategies to boost biodiversity and sustainable development. Gold Standard Corporate Responsibility Consultant, Eleanor Hamilton will be attending on 8-9 October. If you’re attending the Summit and interested in connecting to reach out at events@goldstandard.org. 📅 To learn more about the Summit and its program, visit the Global Nature Positive Summit website: https://lnkd.in/g2AxRmXk #NaturePositive #ClimateAction #Biodiversity #Sustainability #GoldStandard
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🔔 Consultation Closing Soon Gold Standard is seeking your input on the proposed Requirements for Uncertainty Assessment and Addressal in GS4GG Methodologies. This consultation period ends on 08 October 2024 at 18:00 CEST. These new requirements are designed to improve the integrity of emission reduction certifications, ensuring stronger methodologies for project developers and higher climate impact. 👉 Don’t miss out. Submit your feedback before the deadline by clicking on the link below. 📝 Submit your feedback here: https://lnkd.in/eMeXb-Us 📅 Consultation ends: 08 October 2024, 18:00 CEST #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #GS4GG #Consultation #GoldStandard
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Gold Standard is inviting expert reviewers to assess a new pilot methodology aimed at reducing food loss and waste emissions. This methodology will help quantify the impact of food waste reduction, tackling both baseline and project activities 🧑🔬 We need carbon accounting specialists with at least 5 years of experience and knowledge in food waste management to participate in this review. ⏰ Period: 02 Oct - 02 Nov 2024 📅 Application deadline: 02 Nov 2024, 16:59 CET. 👉 Find out more and download the full Terms of Reference here: https://lnkd.in/eMYsa6db #ClimateAction #CarbonAccounting #FoodWasteReduction #Sustainability #GoldStandard
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We are pleased to share that Margaret Kim, CEO of Gold Standard, will deliver a keynote address on the evolving state of the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM). This important session will take place on Day 3 of Carbon Forward Expo London event, providing key insights into the future of the market. 🗓️ Dates: Day 1: Global Carbon Markets & Finance (8 October 2024) Day 2: European Compliance Markets (9 October 2024) Day 3: The Evolving Voluntary Carbon Market (10 October 2024) Keynote Speech – Margaret Kim ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM, 10 October 2024 Topic: State of the Voluntary Carbon Market Additionally, Hugh Salway, Senior Director for Market Development and Partnerships at Gold Standard, will take part in a panel discussion on new standards and methodologies within the VCM: Panel Discussion: New Standards, New Methodologies – A Catch-Up ⏰ Time: 10:20 AM, 8 October 2024 Moderator: • Roy Manuell, EMEA Markets Editor, Carbon Pulse Panellists: • George Hepburne Scott, Director, Forest Carbon • Stacy Kauk, P.Eng., Head of Science, Isometric • Hugh Salway, Senior Director, Gold Standard • Carlos Trujillo Echeverri, Chairman, Cercarbono Whether you are a long-standing participant or new to the carbon markets, this event offers essential updates on risks, opportunities, and obligations in the evolving landscape. 📍 Location: De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, London. 🔗 For more details and to register: https://lnkd.in/eEvFnbCj #CarbonForward2024 #VCM #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CarbonMarkets #NetZero
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We were pleased to participate in the recent #CIFB2024 conference in London, organised by CE Events & Media. Our Head of Markets, Hugh Salway, joined a panel moderated by Edit Kiss, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Capital Continuum Advisers, alongside Paul Chatterton from Landscape Finance Lab. The discussion focused on the growing importance of landscape approaches, emphasising the unrealised potential of peatlands 🌿 and blue carbon ecosystems 🌊 as critical yet underutilised solutions in the fight against climate change. This offered a hopeful outlook for the future. At Gold Standard, we promote sustainable finance solutions that leverage these powerful nature-based assets to drive meaningful climate action. For more insights, visit the original post and link to the blog below! 📖 #Peatlands #BlueCarbon #ClimateSolutions #SustainableFinance #LandscapeRestoration #NbS #NatureBasedSolutions
🌍 Great conversations at the recent #CIFB2024 in London, organized by CE Events & Media where Edit Kiss, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Capital Continuum, had the pleasure of moderating a panel with Paul Chatterton from Landscape Finance Lab and Hugh Salway from Gold Standard. The discussion focused on the growing importance of landscape approaches, with an emphasis on 🌿 peatlands and 🌊 blue carbon as critical yet underutilised climate solutions. 🌍 For more details, check out the blog below! 📖 #Peatlands #BlueCarbon #ClimateSolutions #SustainableFinance #LandscapeRestoration #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction #NatureBasedSolutions Warren Erses
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🌱 Introducing Gold Standard’s New Soil Organic Carbon Activity Module for Cover Crops We’re pleased to announce the release of Gold Standard’s latest Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) Activity Module developed with TREES Consulting LLC for the Agoro Carbon Alliance. This module focuses on planting cover crops during fallow periods, helping to boost soil organic carbon, improve nutrient retention, reduce soil erosion, and enhance biodiversity. 🌾 Cover crops offer a sustainable way to sequester carbon, supporting farmers globally in the fight against climate change while promoting healthier soil. This new module incentivises farmers to adopt regenerative agricultural practices that protect our planet and improve food production systems. 🌍 Want to learn more about this breakthrough in sustainable farming? Click the link below to explore the press release with links to the SOC module: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euvHMJY8 #SustainableAgriculture #ClimateAction #CarbonSequestration #RegenerativeFarming
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We want to announce that Sarah Leugers, Chief Growth Officer at Gold Standard, will be speaking on an expert panel titled: “Advancing Clean Cooking Carbon Credit Markets – How to Ensure High-Quality Supply?” 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 2 October 2024 ⏰ Time: 9:05 – 10:35 CEST This panel will explore how carbon credits can secure financing for clean cooking projects and bridge the affordability gap for clean stoves and fuels. As the market grows, the demand for high-quality, transparent, and reputable carbon credits is essential to ensuring the success of these projects. 🌱🔥 Facilitator: 👉 Luca Lo Re, International Energy Agency (IEA) Speakers: 👉 Feisal Hussain, Senior Director of Innovative Finance, Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) Alliance 👉 Sarah Leugers, Chief Growth Officer, Gold Standard 👉 Matt King, Chief Climate Officer, Ecosafi, the Better Cooking Company 👉 Molly Brown, Head of Carbon Strategy, BURN Key topics will address methodological challenges and potential solutions to scale the market with integrity and collective action. Here is an opportunity to learn from industry leaders committed to advancing clean cooking solutions through carbon finance. 📧 Will you be at the event and want to connect with Sarah or meet a Gold Standard representative? Email: events@goldstandard.org #CleanCooking #CarbonCredits #Sustainability #GoldStandard #ClimateAction #CarbonMarkets
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As New York Climate Week makes clear the need for urgent action, Gold Standard’s team has been busy across the globe doing just that. From Nairobi to New York, from clean cooking to global convening, it’s been a busy and impactful week across continents.
NEW YORK CLIMATE WEEK AND A MOMENTOUS WEEK FOR GOLD STANDARD
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We're pleased to announce the addition of a new member to the Gold Standard team! Please meet Akhil Nair, who recently joined the Technical team as Officer in Standards development and Innovation. Welcome to the team, Akhil 🌟