ICVCM launches guide to help governments create high integrity carbon markets

Stuart Stone
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'Well-designed' carbon market policies and frameworks can lead to real emissions reductions and sustainable development outcomes, says non-profit

The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has today published a new guide to help governments and policymakers create and implement 'well-designed' carbon market policies and frameworks...

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