Biodiversity credit markets need stronger safeguards – report
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By Shannon Morris-Williams
Emerging biodiversity credit markets need stronger government safeguards and public investment if they are to deliver lasting conservation benefits, according to a new report.
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Carbon News updates ten-year NZU forward curve
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Carbon News has updated its ten-year NZU forward curve, following a recent fall in carbon spot prices.
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Carbon News publishes ten-year NZU forward curve
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