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Carbon Frontiers 2024 Episode 11 | Leslie Durschinger, Founder, CEO, & CIO, Terra Global Capital

May 25, 2024
Leslie Durschinger, Founder, CEO, & CIO at Terra Global Capital, discusses the flaws in media criticism of nature-based carbon projects, challenges in voluntary carbon markets, just transitions to net zero, criteria for nature-based solutions investments, and the need for transparency in carbon markets. A comprehensive look at enhancing carbon markets through continual improvement and setting the stage for the next series, The Future of Energy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Criticism of nature-based carbon projects in the media can harm local communities and financing, emphasizing the importance of positive narratives.
  • Challenges in carbon markets involve questioning academic papers' integrity, data accuracy, and methodologies, urging caution in critical assessments.

Deep dives

Negative Impact of Critical Stories on Carbon Credit

Criticism in the media regarding nature-based carbon projects can have significant detrimental effects on the income potential for local communities and developing country governments. Such negative stories can damage the reputation of financiers and developers working with integrity, ultimately hampering efforts to support carbon credits. The focus should shift towards promoting understanding and cooperation rather than unwarranted criticism, emphasizing the transformative potential of carbon credits for communities.

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