Silicon Valley Leadership Group’s Post

There is no single pathway to decarbonisation. Amidst increasing geopolitical fragmentation, how can we leverage scalable policy levers and innovative climate solutions to fast-track the green transition? Hear from panellists like Tim Gould, Chief Energy Economist, International Energy Agency (IEA), on what needs to be done and how innovative business and investment models, new technologies and progressive policies can accelerate decarbonisation at #Ecosperity Week by Temasek on 15 April 2024. Learn more about the programme and speakers here: https://lnkd.in/gsFHYUru

It's been a while since I've been on here but, just read a great article on the fundamental need for green bonds and their global issuance growth. Article was written by Bram Bos, a lead PM at GS, highlighting how green bonds are driving both infrastructure and climate goals forward, all while uncovering the financial advantages within an investment portfolio. Let me know what you think, would love to get some opinions on this. https://lnkd.in/eyn67ert

The energy transition is important, but inflationary and political pressures are revealing that the wider public is not yet engaged in the conversation. Many businesses and thought leaders are way out in front on the transition and as they realize this we will see many more stories like this. https://lnkd.in/egmJV3hf

The energy transformation is an opportunity to improve the way governments work with First Nations communities, to better respect their rights and their knowledge of the land and water where economic activity occurs. There is a real opportunity for First Nations people to be involved in and inform new investments, training, business and infrastructure to ensure the benefits of the transformation are shared. Opportunities for First Nations people to be full and genuine partners in the transformation. The new Net Zero Economy Authority is charged with developing these partnerships. That’s the Hon Greg Combet AM talking, Chair of the Net Zero Economy Agency. First Nations groups look forward to guiding the development of these partnerships on Country with the Net Zero Economy Authority, to include a seat at the table, revenue and equity opportunities, partnering, ownership or co-ownership, and free prior and informed consent across the life of a project.

📢 The European Commission has published an impact assessment on the possible pathways to achieve the agreed objective of making the European Union #climate-neutral by 2050.

🎉 Big news for carbon markets: The US government has released its first principles to ensure high-integrity voluntary carbon markets (#VCMs) as part of its broader climate strategy to cut greenhouse gas emissions and achieve net zero by 2050. Governmental support is a key milestone to scale #decarbonization. The US government's principles and statements contain clear incentives and put guardrails in place to ensure that carbon markets drive ambitious and credible climate action and generate economic opportunity. They aim to - improve the credibility and transparency of carbon credits - promote real decarbonization - support economic opportunities across diverse sectors. The published statements also highlight the importance of - prioritizing measurable emissions reductions - ensuring fair benefits distribution for project developers - enhancing market integrity. View the full fact sheet here: https://lnkd.in/e2w2U4-y Do you have something to say about this development? Leave your thoughts below 👇

The White House issues a Joint Statement of Policy and New Principles for Responsible Participation in Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM)s. While perhaps late to the global game, still welcome and notably that principles are co-signed by interdependent government agencies like Treasury, Energy and Agriculture - and encourage the importance of public sector guidance to unlock private capital towards the energy transition. #VCM #climate #privatecapital https://lnkd.in/eDAxtkQx

The US government's announcement today is a positive and pragmatic step to encourage companies to use the carbon market to fund effective climate solutions with real community benefits. High-integrity, well-functioning voluntary carbon markets (VCMs) can accelerate decarbonization by providing steady, reliable revenue streams to various projects, including nature-based solutions and innovative technologies like DAC. These markets also deliver important co-benefits, such as supporting economic development, sustaining the livelihoods of Tribal Nations, Indigenous Peoples, and local communities, and conserving land and water resources. VCMs that focus on high-quality programs are essential to accelerating progress toward a just and equitable transition, and the US government's support for immediate reforms should inspire other governments and organizations to take similar actions.

BlackRock has unveiled climate policies for $150 billion in funds to support a low-carbon economy 💹 The policies include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, investing in renewable energy, and enhancing climate-related disclosures. These initiatives aim to align with the Paris Agreement and encourage companies to adopt sustainable practices 🤝 BlackRock will also push for better reporting on climate risks and opportunities, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in achieving climate goals 💚 #ecoineconomy

Any new guidance and support at government level to help build a high integrity and well-regulated carbon market is welcomed by South Pole. The more active regulators become in the carbon credits market and in promoting the role they play in delivering our shared climate goals, the better. This will help the industry to accelerate much-needed trust and transparency in the market. Only then can the market fulfil its full potential for positive climate action. Clear regulation will also ensure carbon credit supply, and that trading and demand is as robust and credible as it can be. This will unlock vital global finance efficiently and at scale so we can tackle the most critical climate solutions science says we need. As a pioneer in the voluntary carbon markets, South Pole has been carefully preparing for the next phase of the market’s growth. We are working hard to stay at the forefront of the expanding ecosystem of participants and regulation by advancing our own risk, quality and compliance processes, while ensuring we can also innovate for impact in the long-term. Our hope is that other governments show greater support and additional guidance to continue to build both the credibility and capability of the carbon market. https://lnkd.in/gArPsdd3