Bridging the Collision Course: Conservation, Communities, and the Future of 30×30

The global community has set one of the boldest goals in environmental history: by 2030, conserve 30% of the planet’s land and sea (30×30). Adopted under the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, this target is more than a number—it is a rallying cry for reversing biodiversity loss, stabilizing climate systems, and securing the ecosystems that underpin […]

UN Adopts ‘Suppressed Demand’ Standard to Aid Underserved Communities

A new UN standard on “suppressed demand” allows climate projects in underserved communities to earn carbon credits for meeting basic needs, even if emissions rise as a result. This ensures climate finance can support both emissions reduction and essential service access, creating fairer opportunities for development-focused projects under the Paris Agreement.