To ensure they are contributing to climate goals and supporting high-quality emissions reductions, buyers must prioritize quality when incorporating carbon credits into their sustainability strategies. In this episode, we dive into the world of carbon credit buyers with Andy Kruger, Senior Director, Environmental Markets at ClimeCo, to explore their unique perspectives on navigating the intricate carbon market landscape. We’ll discuss their purchasing methods, how they evaluate various standards to secure high-quality credits, and the role of carbon credits in sustainability plans. Join us to gain valuable insights into how credit buyers foster successful carbon markets and provide critical financing to support global climate goals.

The SEC’s newly finalized "Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors" rule marks a significant shift for public companies, requiring them to disclose climate-related risks, governance practices, and greenhouse gas emissions. This regulation is poised to rewrite corporate climate strategies, with far-reaching effects on the carbon market and sustainability reporting. In this episode, we'll explore with two experts from Ceres, Carolyn Ching, Director, Food and Forests and Jake Rascoff, Director, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, what the rule means for companies navigating these new requirements, the growing role of carbon credits, and how these changes will influence the future of the carbon market in the United States. Join us as we break down the implications for businesses and the broader climate action landscape.

California stands as a global leader in climate action and a champion of carbon markets. Yet, even after more than a decade of building a robust compliance market and witnessing its positive impacts across sectors and communities, a single legislative bill has the potential to bring progress to a halt. Over the past year, bills like SB1036 and AB2331 have sparked significant concern within the carbon space. Now, as AB1305 takes center stage, we’re joined by Alfredo Arredondo, Partner at RESOLUTE, to explore how these proposals could impact California’s market and what stands to be gained or lost. Join us as we discuss the broader implications of these legislative issues and examine how the carbon community can move forward to safeguard the market as an essential tool for addressing climate change.