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?? “Without our presence, the waste would have overflowed onto the road and into the streets. Now, many have embraced collecting plastic waste instead of burning it.” – Khassim Diagne, Plastic Collector, Deekali Project? --------------------------------------------------------------------? Next week, the fifth meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) (external) to develop a global plastic treaty will take place in Busan, Republic of Korea. Verra’s Plastic Waste Reduction Program (Plastic Program) can support various treaty objectives. (To learn more, see the link in the comments.) The Plastic Program has had a real demonstrated impact on the ground by catalyzing community-driven solutions that can support global efforts to tackle plastic waste.? Let’s take a look how it has impacted plastic waste management and people’s lives in Senegal.? ----------------------------------------------------------------------? ?? Khassim Diagne is a plastic collector who has dedicated himself to cleaning up the Thiès landfill in Senegal for nearly 15 years.? Khassim’s efforts are integral to the Deekali Plastic Recovery Project which aims to restore Senegal’s natural beauty while providing new opportunities for its people.? Deekali, means "to give a second life" in Wolof – and it captures the project’s impact as the project has become a vital initiative in the fight against plastic pollution.? Developed by Africa Carbon & Commodities and certified through Verra’s Plastic Waste Reduction Program, it empowers community members to collect and recycle plastic waste. So far, the Deekali Project has successfully removed 4,076 metric tons of plastic waste from the environment, with 5,200 tons repurposed. This initiative not only bolsters the community's economy but also fosters a cleaner environment. Stay tuned for more Deekali highlights in the coming days! To learn more about this revolutionary project, check out our resources below. ?? Read the case study: https://lnkd.in/d5Mn3-TY ?? Watch the film: https://lnkd.in/dDuzbnik #Deekali #PlasticWaste #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityImpact?#CircularEconomy?

In a new, insightful Amazon Science blog, Kyle S Hemes, carbon neutralization science lead at Amazon, and Jamey Mulligan, head of carbon neutralization at Amazon, lay out how the recently-released ABACUS label in Verra's Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program helps advance nature-based carbon removal and the integrity of restoration projects in the voluntary carbon market. Developed in collaboration with leading carbon scientists, the ABACUS label reflects rigorous standards in transparency, durability, and restoration quality—empowering buyers to invest in impactful projects. Learn how ABACUS is elevating climate action, restoration, and food production: https://lnkd.in/ep4eztRe #StandardsMatter #CarbonMarkets #CarbonCredits #ClimateAction

Pilot projects such as that of Bayer | Crop Science play an incredibly important role in the development of Verra's Scope 3 Standard Program by adapting methodologies and testing the guidance, rules and requirements. The learnings from these pilots will inform the development of a robust and rigorous program that enables the credible accounting for and reporting on value chain interventions. #Scope3 #ClimateAction

?? Don't forget to register! On Tuesday, November 26, at 11:00 am ET, we are holding a webinar on the new Verra Program Fee Schedule. ?? In this session, Verra staff will provide an overview of the comprehensive updated fee schedule, which lays out the fee structures and details for all Verra standards programs. The fee changes will enable Verra to do the following: ?? Maintain the operation of high-quality standards programs that are advancing critically needed climate action and sustainable development ?? Continue implementing improvements to ensure the quality and rigor of its programs ?? Further advance its digitization and digitalization efforts to streamline project review processes for its stakeholders Register for the webinar: https://bit.ly/4f52as8 #Verra #StandardsMatter #ClimateAction #CarbonMarkets

?? Verra has opened a public consultation on the draft Methodology for Alternative Low-Carbon Fuels for Shipping in the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program. ?? ?? The consultation will be open through December 18, 2024. ?? The proposed methodology applies to shipping activities in both territorial waters and on high seas that involve using low-carbon alternative fuels (e.g., hydrogen produced through water electrolysis, green ammonia, e-LNG, e-LPG, e-diesel, e-methanol). Eligible project activities include switching from traditional petroleum-based fuels to low-carbon alternatives, known as drop-in fuels. ?? Read more and submit feedback: https://bit.ly/3AZksMV #Verra #StandardsMatter #CarbonMarkets #CarbonCredits #ClimateAction

?? Public Comment Period Now Open! ?? Every project seeking to register in a Verra standards program undergoes a 30-day public comment period. The public comment periods for the projects listed here opened during the week of November 11. This week's listing includes projects seeking registration and/or verification in the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) and the Climate, Community & Biodiversity Standards (CCBS) Program. The projects are located in various geographic regions, including Ireland, Vietnam, Peru, Bulgaria, South Africa, and more. They are implementing a broad range of activities, including activities related to mangrove restoration, methane avoidance in anaerobic lagoons, e-waste recycling, and sustainable dairy farming. ?? Impact Highlight: Collectively, these projects could reduce and/or remove at least 1,689,556 tCO2e annually from the atmosphere, helping to accelerate our transition to a more sustainable future. ?? Learn More: View the full list of projects open for public comment in our announcement: https://bit.ly/4hMbpzv ??? Get Involved: Share your thoughts and contribute to shaping these projects. Your feedback matters! #ClimateAction #CarbonMarkets #Verra #SustainableDevelopment #CarbonCredits #CircularEconomy Photos by Waranont(Joe) for Unsplash.com

?? The Value Change Initiative (VCI) has been working closely with the private sector to tackle the challenges of Scope 3 emissions. Recently, VCI published an open letter to inform discussions at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, and support the submission of new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) by 2025, ahead of COP30, Brazil.? Verra welcomes the initiative of the Value Change Initiative to draft this letter. Removing #Scope3 emissions must be a priority and be addressed in the COP29 negotiations as well as countries’ upcoming NDC submissions. (Please note, the contents of this letter may not reflect the individual views of all VCI members.) https://lnkd.in/eWTJseXi #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction

?? Toby Janson-Smith, chief program development and innovation officer at Verra, will speak at the 2024 Galvanize Solutions Summit next week! Convened by Galvanize Climate Solutions, this event brings together investors, entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, policymakers, and activists to focus on radically accelerating the climate transition. ?? On Tuesday, November 19, at 1:50 pm PT, Toby will join a panel titled "The Future of Carbon Pricing," along with Alexia Kelly (High Tide Foundation), Tim Christophersen (Salesforce), Jennifer McIsaac (ClearBlue Markets), and Saloni Multani (Galvanize Climate Solutions). ?? The panel will explore carbon markets as a powerful mechanism to help society achieve the climate transition at the necessary pace and with the required level of investment. Panelists will discuss the latest on new compliance markets and the finalization of Article 6, as well as the evolving roles of standards setters, innovative buyers, and policymakers. Learn more about the summit: https://bit.ly/3AP4PYk #Verra #StandardsMatter #CarbonMarkets #CarbonCredits #ClimateAction

How can public-private partnerships accelerate climate solutions? That's the topic of the panel Verra CEO Mandy Rambharos spoke on at #COP29 in Baku, highlighting the most recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Verra signed with the State of Amazonas. Ms Rambharos said: "These markets hold the key to unlocking the climate finance needed to reduce emissions, save forests, retain biodiversity, and support local communities. We look forward to collaborating closely with the state of Amazonas, who has undertaken critical work in advancing nature-based climate solutions in its jurisdiction.” #standardsmatter #sustainabledevelopment #verra

Verra CEO Mandy Rambharos has been speaking to media at #COP29 following today's announcement that the The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) approved our revolutionary new REDD methodology and the Jurisdictional and Nested REDD+ (JNR) Framework as meeting the requirements of the Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) Assessment Framework. Ms Rambharos said: "We have always said that Verra’s updated REDD?methodology?and JNR Framework are?real game?changers for market integrity, and ICVCM’s recognition underscores this. The?ICVCM?approval not only highlights the rigor of Verra’s?REDD+?frameworks but also reinforces their role as credible channels for forest conservation finance. With ICVCM’s approval, Verra continues to provide the voluntary carbon market with trusted pathways to support climate-positive investments, protect biodiversity, and support local communities. #standardsmatter #sustainabledevelopment #verra