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4 days ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
The Ecosystem Restoration Standard (ERS) Program has officially been recognized as eligible under the Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) of the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM). This approval marks a major milestone for ERS and the global market for high-integrity, nature-based carbon credits, according to a media release on Tuesday.
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5 days ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
In May, carbon prices in the European Union rose by 7%, driven by volatile gas prices, shifting global trade dynamics, and news of a potential merger between the EU and UK Emissions Trading Systems (ETS). As reported by GMK Center, prices climbed from $76.2/t (€67.0/t) to $81.5/t (€71.6/t). Initially, prices were stable but surged around May 15. The benchmark December 2025 EUA contract, traded on ICE, peaked mid-month at $83.5/t (€73.4/t) before settling slightly lower.
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6 days ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
A new study by Berlin-based climate platform goodcarbon finds that Europe’s 50 largest publicly listed companies plan to offset 81.8 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) by 2030 through voluntary carbon credits. The analysis draws from 2023 and 2024 sustainability reports of firms listed on the Euro Stoxx 50 index, with 29 companies including carbon offsets in their climate strategies. Currently, most firms intend to purchase these credits in the target year, often through the spot market.
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1 week ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
The voluntary carbon market (VCM) is undergoing a period of significant transition, with key indicators highlighting a mixed but cautiously optimistic landscape, according to a newly released report by Ecosystem Marketplace. Despite market pressures and declining liquidity, the 2025 State of the Voluntary Carbon Market report reveals signs of enduring demand and growing buyer discernment.
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1 week ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
Verra, a leading standards setter for the voluntary carbon market, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Hedera Foundation to accelerate the digital transformation of global carbon markets. The collaboration integrates Hedera Guardian—an open-source platform for digital environmental solutions—with Verra’s Project Hub, streamlining project development, registration, and review.
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1 week ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
On May 23, Singapore and Paraguay formalized a carbon credit agreement, marking Singapore’s seventh such international collaboration. The agreement was signed by Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Grace Fu, and Paraguay’s Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, Rolando de Barros Barreto. This partnership establishes a framework for the bilateral transfer of carbon credits under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
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1 week ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
A new report from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), in partnership with Zurich UK, highlights the urgent need for tailored support to help small businesses transition to net zero. Despite 51% of small firms prioritizing sustainability, only 25% expect to reach net zero by 2050, according to the report. Small businesses contribute 43–53% of the UK’s business emissions, but many lack the financial resources, skills, or knowledge to reduce their carbon footprint.
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1 week ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
California-based climate intelligence firm cCarbon has introduced the Carbon Removals and Offsets Monitor (CROM), a free, open-access platform designed to bring clarity and transparency to the global carbon markets. The tool provides a comprehensive view of transactions and market trends across both engineered and nature-based carbon removal and offset solutions.
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2 weeks ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
New analysis by Abatable finds that REDD+ carbon projects using Verra’s updated VM0048 methodology require a minimum carbon credit price of $15 to remain financially viable, rising to over $35 under more conservative assumptions. This represents a sharp contrast with today’s voluntary carbon market (VCM) average of $3.50 per credit. VM0048 addresses long-standing criticisms of REDD+ over-crediting by adopting a more conservative, jurisdictional approach to setting deforestation baselines.
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2 weeks ago | 
carbonherald.com | Theodora Stankova
The European Parliament has approved proposals to simplify the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), aiming to ease administrative demands while maintaining environmental integrity, according to a statement on Thursday. As part of the European Commission’s Omnibus I package, the changes include a new de minimis mass threshold of 50 tons. This adjustment will exempt around 90% of importers—mostly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and occasional importers—from CBAM obligations.
