Climate Rising
Building Integrity in Carbon Markets: A Conversation with Jennifer Jenkins of Rubicon Carbon
Jan 15, 2025
Dr. Jennifer Jenkins, Chief Science Officer at Rubicon Carbon, brings decades of expertise in carbon cycling and ecosystem science. She discusses the crucial role of voluntary carbon markets in reaching net-zero goals and highlights the innovative Rubicon Carbon Integrity Framework. Dr. Jenkins addresses challenges like additionality and leakage in carbon credits and shares her insights on managing risks effectively. She also explores career paths in climate action, emphasizing the need for transparency and community engagement in the evolving carbon landscape.
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- Voluntary carbon markets are essential for companies to meet net-zero goals, offering incentives while driving meaningful climate action.
- Effective risk management in carbon credits, including transparency and accountability, is crucial for enhancing the credibility of voluntary carbon markets.
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Incentives for Carbon Credit Participation
Companies should be incentivized to participate in voluntary carbon markets (VCMs) by being rewarded for purchasing carbon credits rather than facing criticism. Engaging in these markets can help businesses meet their net zero goals and drive climate action while contributing to significant climate impact. The speaker emphasizes that with the right rules and incentives in place, all stakeholders can align their efforts towards improving quality and integrity in the carbon credit system. Investing in these markets is crucial as they present a pathway for companies to play an important role in combating climate change.
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