Are you aware that not all carbon projects are created equal - and many may not deliver the impact they promise? 🌍💡 Imagine investing in a project that promises to combat climate change, only to find out it barely makes an impact. Sadly, this is the reality for many carbon credits today - but it doesn’t have to be. A recent report from MSCI revealed a shocking truth: only 5% of over 4,000 carbon credit projects are rated as high integrity (A or higher), while nearly half (47%) fall into the lowest-rated categories. 🤯 This shows that many projects lack the standards needed to truly fight climate change, highlighting an urgent need for investments to be funneled toward nature-based solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. 🌳💧 At recarb, we focus on ecological recovery, ensuring that restoration projects rebuild ecosystems and protect biodiversity for future generations. Our science-backed assessments ensure your investments contribute to genuine environmental impact—helping you avoid low-quality projects and make a difference where it counts. Why settle for questionable projects? It’s time to embrace high-impact solutions. With recarb, you can be confident that your contributions support initiatives that restore nature’s balance and create lasting change. 🌍 Ready to make a difference? Learn more at www.recarb.earth and discover how you can invest in projects that matter. 🌿 #sustainability #naturebasedsolutions
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We make the risks and impacts of forest restoration visible. We do this by offering a digital due diligence which monitors operational risks and biodiversity gains throughout critical project phases. recarb’s methodology incorporates the guidelines of Ecosystem Restoration Standard (ERS), Integrity Council, TNFD, Gold Standard and Science based targets. HOW IT WORKS We empower investors in evaluating projects through the lens of livelilhoods impact, credible carbon claims and long-term nature resilience organized in the following categories: 1) A rating of the project developer’s financial health, past performance, governance, compliance, and social responsibility. 2) An evaluation of the restoration strategy, including land rights, isolation of degradation factors and biodiversity conservation. 3) An assessment of the principles for carbon estimation, covering additionality, regulatory surplus and potential barriers to the project. 4) An assessment of Livelihoods risks, which captures how Free, Prior, and Informed Consent is applied throughout the project, alongside benefits sharing and leadership structures. WHY recarb: 1) Evaluation happens during the design phase, allowing cost-effective pre-implementation corrections that increase the likelihood of success. 2) Projects are compared against the optimal restoration strategy for their biome and context, providing stable baselines against which practices and improvements can be measured. 3) Our innovative carbon sequestration model is based on a bespoke database of dendrometric parameters, enabling us to calculate a project’s sequestration potential using tree-level data instead of broad mathematical assumptions. 4) Our 360° due diligence covers a range of success factors unparalleled in the market, providing investors with the structure and depth needed to make decisions with confidence.
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https://www.recarb.earth
Externer Link zu recarb
- Branche
- Umweltdienstleistungen
- Größe
- 2–10 Beschäftigte
- Hauptsitz
- Hamburg
- Art
- Kapitalgesellschaft (AG, GmbH, UG etc.)
- Gegründet
- 2022
- Spezialgebiete
- climate finance, carbon removal, biodiversity, nature, nature tech, restoration, aufforstung, risk assessment und due diligence
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Primär
An der Alster 6
Hamburg, 20099, DE
Beschäftigte von recarb
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Ana Teresa Fuzzo de Lima
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Lina Maria F. Inglez de Souza
Consultora ambiental e especialista em restauração ecológica
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Anastasia Stoyanova
Director of Product @recarb | Nature, Data & Storytelling
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Daniel Vetterkind
Co-Founder & CEO recarb® | #naturerestoration | #naturetech | Passionate Entrepreneur and Musician | ➡️ ➡️ ➡️ recarb® whitepaper about NbS…
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Climate action isn’t just about turning down the heat on our planet - it’s about lifting up the communities that depend on it. 🙌 At recarb, we understand and celebrate the pivotal role of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLC) in stewarding resilient ecosystems across generations. By choosing to invest in projects that respect and collaboratively engage with IPLCs, you embark on a journey where every step forward equals: ✅ Empowered livelihoods: Supporting local economies and ensuring the benefits of climate action directly buffer those who call these ecosystems home. ✅ Equitable solutions: Delivering climate resolutions that radiate social & economic value far beyond mere carbon measurements. ✅ Safeguarding Indigenous wisdom: Protecting centuries-old Indigenous knowledge and practices that are foundational to promoting ecosystem health and biodiversity. Let's start viewing climate action as more than just an environmental transition; it's equally a social transformation, one where we uplift existing guardians of earth while securing a stable climate future. With recarb, you become a catalyst for positive change for communities, nature, and your business! 🌿🎉 Shift your focus to recarb’s inclusive programs today at www.recarb.earth 🌍 #climateaction #ecosystems #sustainablility
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If climate change were a puzzle, reducing emissions would be just one piece. The other, equally important piece: Restoring ecosystems! 🌳🌍 Did you know that restoring forests globally could play a critical role in reversing climate change? According to a recent study from ETH Zurich, restoring natural ecosystems could remove more than twice the amount of carbon needed to keep global warming below 1.5°C. Healthy ecosystems are clearly superheroes in disguise. Not only do they store carbon, but they also regenerate biodiversity and maintain environmental balance. But how do we ensure that restoration projects deliver on their promise? That’s where recarb comes in - with scientific assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of recovery efforts. We focus on ecological recovery - restoring peace and balance in nature, protecting critical species, and preserving the invaluable services they provide. By supporting these efforts: ✅ You’re not just investing - you’re driving true ecological recovery. ✅ You’re not just contributing - you’re rebuilding habitats and ecosystems. ✅ Most importantly, you’re helping restore nature’s balance for future generations. Let’s roll up our sleeves and write an epic comeback story for our planet! 🌱 Learn how you can be part of this journey at www.recarb.earth #sustainability #ecologicalrecovery #climatechange
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What if we could fight the climate crisis and at the same time support communities who depend on these landscapes? 🌍 This is achievable. And it's what serves as recarb’s core mission. Climate change impacts everyone, yes! But we believe restoration efforts need to be holistic, effectually combining ecological recovery with nurturing Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLC). 👥🌱 We speak of a dual focus when you fund projects focused on both ecological recovery and livelihoods: 1️⃣ Rebuilding ecosystems and local economies: You ensure your investments not only rebuild ecosystems, but they also contribute to healthier local economies by supporting people whose lives are intertwined with these landscapes. 2️⃣ Leveraging climate finance for broad impact: Your financial contribution leverages climate finance to generate benefits that span across environment conservation initiatives and human-centric development goals. 3️⃣ Measurable outcomes: You align yourself with transparently managed initiatives that furnish measurable social AND environmental outcomes - the ultimate win-win! The bigger picture here is about creating a legacy of transformation - catalyzing ecological renewal hand-in-hand with supporting those directly affected by our shared climate reality. Explore how recarb can enable you to invest in comprehensive projects that address both ecological and community needs. Visit us today at https://www.recarb.earth/ #sustainability #climatefinance
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The $4.1 Trillion Green Gap: Problem or Opportunity? 🌎 💰 According to the United Nations Environment Programme, there's a $4.1 trillion investment gap in nature-based solutions, nearly 1/5th of the US economy. 🤯 This total reflects the cumulative investment needed by 2050, with annual needs of $500+ billion adding up over time to meet climate, biodiversity, and land restoration goals. However, this enormous gap also represents an opportunity. 💡 Many companies must offset their CO2 emissions, but the carbon credit market carries risks of fraud or inefficacy. Businesses can either settle for lower-quality, unreliable projects or opt for thoroughly vetted, high-impact ones that undergo rigorous due diligence to ensure real environmental benefits. As sustainability and climate resilience become key competitive strategies, companies face both challenges and opportunities for sustainable growth. What does this mean for you? By directing your investments into thoroughly assessed environmental projects, supported by tools like recarb’s transparent risk assessment, rating and monitoring, you're not just closing a gap—you're making a genuine impact. ➡️ You’re driving substantial environmental returns, ➡️ resulting in real-world conservation efforts, ➡️ and securing financial returns by positioning your business ahead of the sustainability curve. In essence? You're supporting the health of our planet and future-proofing your business. 👏 Ready to seize this fierce green opportunity and reshape our collective climate trajectory? Begin your journey with recarb’s rigorous science-based risk assessment and risk management to identify high-impact projects worthy of your conscious capital! Get started here: www.recarb.earth Because saving the planet isn't only about planting trees; it's good for business too! 🌲💼 #climatefinance #naturebasedsolutions #recarb
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When it comes to tackling climate change, reducing emissions is only half the battle! 🌍☝️ Everyone talks about cutting down emissions. But what if we told you that CO2 storage is even more critical? Did you know that natural ecosystems absorb about half of human-made CO2 emissions? That's massive! But this incredible carbon storage only works if our ecosystems are healthy and resilient. Why Ecosystem Resilience Matters 💚 1️⃣ Carbon Sequestration: Resilient ecosystems like tropical forests and oceans act as powerful carbon sinks, significantly reducing greenhouse gases. 2️⃣ Biodiversity Recovery: Healthy ecosystems support a rich diversity of species, maintaining ecological balance and enhancing human well-being. 3️⃣ Climate Finance Reimagined: Investing in restoration projects with measurable outcomes ensures real impact in building ecosystem resilience. At recarb, we assess and rate reforestation projects based on their long-term ecological impact. By adopting our approach: ✔️ Your investments back efforts that genuinely build ecosystem resilience. ✔️ Your resources contribute to meaningful biodiversity recovery. ✔️ You leverage nature-based solutions for real climate action. It's time to go beyond emission reductions and focus on boosting CO2 storage through resilient ecosystems. 📈🌳 Ready for a paradigm shift? Visit www.recarb.earth today! #ecosystemresilience #climatechange #SustainableBusiness
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Addressing climate change isn’t just about planting more trees—it’s about leveraging strategies that maximize both environmental and financial impact. 🌳💰 A recent study published by Nature Climate Change revealed that reforestation, when combining natural regrowth with strategic tree planting, can be up to 10 times more cost-efficient than previously thought. This approach allows for significant carbon removal with fewer resources. So, what’s the difference between natural regeneration and reforestation? 🌳 Natural Regeneration: Forests grow back naturally, using existing resources to absorb large amounts of CO2. 🌱 Reforestation: Planned tree planting complements natural regeneration, helping achieve specific ecological goals, boosting biodiversity, and ensuring long-term ecosystem health. By merging cost-efficiency with environmental impact, this refined approach offers a powerful way forward, accelerating progress toward climate goals. 💪 At recarb, our risk assessment system aligns your investments with the latest research. We thoroughly assess restoration projects based on sustainable forestry principles, delivering significant environmental and financial benefits. 👉 Join us in driving meaningful climate action: www.recarb.earth 🌍 Together, we can create lasting change. #reforestation #climateaction #naturebasedsolutions #carbonremoval #biodiversity
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Nature-based solutions are indispensable. However, they are not without inherent risks. Carefully evaluating these risks has never been more important. The Ecosystem Restoration Standard (ERS) outlines three key processes for assessing ecosystem restoration projects: 🌍 Ecological recovery Establishing localized indicators to monitor how projects improve biodiversity, habitats, and ecosystem protection. Initial assessments investigate threats like invasive species. 🌍 Livelihoods Gaining consent from indigenous and local communities who rely on forests is critical for surrounding areas' resilience. Strategies must contribute to climate goals through collaboration and inclusive practices. 🌍 Carbon Projects must monitor leakage, permanence, and additionality. Risks like reversals need assessment upfront. A fourth important factor is transparency and accountability around a project's developers. Their financial health and ability to manage long-term risks over decades is essential given restoration's complexity. 🧩 To navigate complexities and achieve goals, companies need transparency, but also confidence that projected carbon removal impacts will materialize as promised. recarb®’s risk assessment platform does just that, and provides deep insights into the factors determining a nature-based carbon removal project's risk profile. We developed a risk assessment system that makes the performance of forest restoration visible, enabling investors to select high-quality projects with science-based impact, credible carbon claims, and long-term resilience. Our due diligence is risk-based, which means projects are evaluated according to the likelihood of success for the chosen forest restoration strategy. By gaining deep insights into key risk factors, recarb® ensures you have the knowledge needed to scale up high-quality natural solutions, advancing climate action while supporting biodiversity for generations to come. #recarb #sustainability #naturerestoration #biodiversity #naturefinance #natureduediligence
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Let's be honest: a business model that does not take the environment and nature into account - either in the form of protection or restoration of nature - is no longer a viable business model today or in the future. But how do you ensure that projects to restore nature are actually "legitimate"? When you seek out nature-based projects (NbS) to meet the ever-growing sustainability goals, performing due diligence on potential projects is crucial. Cases like the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) have shown that relying solely on certificates is not enough—a project that suffers from various flaws thorough due diligence may have identified earlier. To avoid shortcomings, you need extended, comprehensive due diligence that also focuses on the following key aspects: ↪️ Environmental assessments to understand a project's effects on biodiversity ↪️ Social impact studies consulting local communities to identify cultural concerns ↪️ Financial modeling through cost-benefit analyses ensuring outcomes outweigh costs ↪️ Expertise in evaluating technical feasibility and mitigation of greenhouse gases Due diligence will allow you to make well-informed decisions that balance returns with responsible, long-term impacts. Unfortunately, these steps are often overlooked in practice. That’s why recarb® thoroughly checks all the points in a reforestation nature-based project. How do you ensure the project you're investing in is high-quality? 💭 📑 source: carbonmarketwatch(.)org #recarb #biodiversity #nature #naturerestoration #natureduediligence #naturefinance
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⏳ Traditional due diligence methods for evaluating nature-based projects can often be slow and expensive. If we take a closer look, this results in: • work that takes several months and costs a lot of money • possible lack of transparency and actionable insights • often insufficient and lagging project assessments In short, a slow process may hinder the growth of essential investments in sustainability. However, proper assessment can be a valuable instrument, unraveling many of the complexities that define success for a nature-based project. We therefore believe that there must be another way to carry out solid due diligence for nature investments This approach leads to: 🔝 A due diligence report ready in less than 4 weeks instead of 6+ months using bespoke offerings. 🔝 Up to 80% cost savings. 🔝 Transparency on the rating process and results. 🔝 Actionable and precise recommendations. Speed, access, and transparency are critical for enabling more sustainable investments at scale. What does a sound due diligence process look like for you? If you want to know what our due diligence process looks like, schedule a free demo call. #recarb #naturerestoration #nbs #natureinvestments #nature #biodiversity #natureinvestments