Opportunities and Risks for Lenders and Corporations In the world of financial instruments, private credit occupies a unique and often complex space. For corporations and lenders, it presents a blend of opportunities and challenges that require careful navigation. Here’s a look at some of the key factors to consider when engaging with private credit. The […]
the history of money and why it matters to everyday citizens The British pound, one of the world’s oldest currencies, has a rich history that spans over 1,200 years. Its origins can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon era, where the pound was initially used as a unit of weight for silver. The name “pound” […]
The biogeochemical definitions of CDR and secure C-storage that we use (above) require the quantification and linkage of two processes, both of which are complex to measure: the removal of atmospheric carbon dioxide and the subsequent storage of the resulting organic carbon on long time scales (Bach et al., 2021, 2023; Hurd et al., 2022).
Despite their immense potential, carbon markets face several significant challenges. https://www.fsdc.org.hk/en/media/carbon-markets-in-hong-kong-working-towards-net-zero# Seeing sustainability as the key to a better future, many countries have embarked on their sustainability journey of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by mid-century, collective efforts have surged globally across sectors in combating climate change. Among these, Mainland China has pledged to reach a […]
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