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Addressing the Credibility Crisis in Carbon Credits: How New Technologies — And New Data — Are Building Trust in Carbon Markets
Are carbon credits a legitimate tool to fight climate change — or are they just greenwashing? Ben Jeffreys at ATEC Global argues that, despite recent research that has called its effectiveness into question, putting a price on carbon is actually one of our most promising ways to accelerate global decarbonization. But as he points out, that doesn’t mean the criticisms of carbon credits aren't valid: He explores the challenges that are impacting carbon credits' credibility, and proposes five recommendations for building a more robust and transparent carbon market.
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- Environment, Technology
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Cavli Wireless Secures $10 Million in Series A Funding to Expand Cellular IoT Solutions
With the newly secured Series A funding, Cavli aims to strengthen its position in the global IoT market by expanding its product portfolio.
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- Technology
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- Global
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Vodafone Announces IoT for African Wildlife
The new technology would help people and wildlife to coexist peacefully.
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- Environment, Technology, Telecommunications
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Gricd Rebrands As ‘Figorr’, Announces $1.5 Million Seed Funding to Support Data-Driven Insurance for Perishable Goods in Africa
The funding will provide further support for its customers to manage the risks associated with perishable goods on the continent.
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Bboxx Partners With Jibu to Provide Clean Water Using Iot Technology in Africa
With a heritage in sustainable energy provision, Bboxx has evolved into a super platform, accelerating access to a broader range of essential products and services for millions of people in hard-to-reach areas across Sub-Saharan Africa.
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- Social Enterprise, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Press Release: ENGIE & ATEC Sign Landmark Multi-Country Digital MRV Carbon Credit Agreement
The first major deal signed under Gold Standard’s new metered methodology.
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- Energy, Impact Assessment, Technology
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- Asia Pacific
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Analysis: Starlink: SpaceX’s New Internet Service Could Be a Gamechanger in Africa
Starlink’s arrival in Africa is a great opportunity for the continent’s scientists, governments and industries to collaborate.
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- Technology, Telecommunications
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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IG International Partners with Fyllo for Precision Farming
Fyllo’s technology harnesses artificial intelligence, machine learning and Internet of Things to improve sustainability.
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- Agriculture
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- Asia Pacific