Unmasking greenwashing In a world where sustainability has become both a moral imperative and a powerful marketing tool, greenwashing has emerged as a troubling trend. Greenwashing refers to the deceptive practice of exaggerating or fabricating the environmental benefits of a product, service, or company initiative. It’s a way for organisations
Climate change is undeniably one of the greatest challenges of our time, affecting every region of the world. Governments, businesses, and communities are increasingly prioritizing carbon management and emissions reduction, creating a rising demand for specialists in the field. Becoming a carbon expert positions you at the forefront of combating
CARBON markets have emerged as pivotal mechanisms in the global effort to mitigate climate change, enabling countries and corporations to trade carbon credits and thereby incentivise the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Malaysia, with its rich natural resources and strategic position in Southeast Asia, is actively developing its carbon market
Introduction AS the world races to combat climate change, carbon markets have emerged as a powerful tool to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon credits and offsetting projects have gained momentum, attracting businesses and investors eager to participate in the green economy. However, this surge in demand has also led to
MANGROVE forests, known for their rich biodiversity and coastal protection benefits, have gained increasing recognition for their significant role in carbon sequestration. A recent study conducted in Malaysia’s Sg. Pulai Permanent Reserved Forest sheds light on these forests’ carbon storage capacity, biomass estimation, and economic valuation, offering valuable insights into
The rise of internal carbon pricing As climate change pressures mount, governments and corporations increasingly use internal carbon pricing to steer investments and policies, aiming for a sustainable future. This pricing mechanism assigns a financial value to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, helping organizations transition to low-carbon business models while mitigating
As the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, governments, businesses, and investors worldwide are turning to carbon pricing as a crucial tool in mitigating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This market-based approach aims to internalize the external costs of carbon emissions, such as damage to agriculture, increased healthcare expenses due
The 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) concluded on Sunday in Baku, Azerbaijan, with a nuanced outcome, as international negotiators reached a compromise on climate financing while struggling to make significant progress on comprehensive emissions reduction strategies. Financing Framework: A Delicate Diplomatic Compromise After intense negotiations that stretched into
CARBON emissions are now a major global problem due to the acceleration of global warming. The ocean is the greatest active carbon pool in the world, able to store up to 30% of the carbon dioxide (CO2) released annually by human activity. This carbon storage period can extend up to
A New Economic Framework Emerges The global maritime sector is undergoing a fundamental transformation as nations embrace the concept of the “Blue Economy”, a sustainable development approach that balances economic benefits with environmental protection and social equity. This evolving framework, which extends beyond traditional maritime industries, represents a crucial shift
