The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM)

📢The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to serve as the Chair of the IPLC Forum Governing Board. The IPLC Forum plays a critical role in facilitating meaningful engagement between Indigenous People and local communities (IPs & LCs) and stakeholders within the #VoluntaryCarbonMarket (VCM). The Chair will provide strategic leadership for the Forum, guiding discussions, overseeing the development of key documents, and championing the inclusion of IPs & LCs in the #VCM.✅ 🤝ICVCM is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive Governing Board. We strongly encourage applications from women and individuals from a variety of backgrounds. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in shaping a more inclusive and equitable VCM. 🌱 🔗 Find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eBXiPnHS

🌿The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) recently announced the first CCP-Approved methodologies. This is a significant step forward, with CCP labels available in the market. However, our work doesn't stop here! 📈Looking Ahead: 🌿We are actively assessing other carbon-crediting programs and methodologies for adherence to our Core Carbon Principles. 🌿Our assessments cover over half of the carbon credits in the market. 🌿We invite other programs to apply for assessment. See the full details of these decisions on our website: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dGmz9umE

Our Governing Board Chair, Annette Nazareth, recently contributed to an ‘Investor Guide for Companies and Financial Institutions’ developed by Natural Climate Solutions Alliance. This comprehensive guide offers invaluable insights for corporate investors and financial institutions seeking to understand the significant investment opportunity presented by high-integrity #NaturalClimateSolutions. ✅ 💡 The guide explores: ➡️A compelling business case for investing in NCS projects; ➡️Practical guidance on evaluating, integrating, and executing NCS investments; ➡️Strategic approaches to capitalise on the potential of NCS to mitigate #GreenhouseGas emissions, protecting biodiversity, and deliver social benefits. The guide, co-produced by @Forest Investors Club, ERM Sustainability Institute, ERM , BeZero Carbon, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development, We Mean Business Coalition and U.S. Department of State, highlights how nature-based solutions play a pivotal role in combating the climate crisis. 🌱🤝 🔗 Access here: https://lnkd.in/eHShnBUR

📊 Carbon credit quality varies, so how do buyers ensure their purchases translate to genuine climate action? 🏷 Quality indicators and market labels such as The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM)'s Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) make it easier for sustainability leaders to find high-quality credits. Alongside CCPs, carbon ratings play a critical role in maximising climate impact per dollar spent. Read our explainer to learn how both threshold standards and project-level analysis empower buyers with a fully informed view on credit quality ⬇ #CarbonCreditExplainer #ClimateAction #ClimateActionToday #CarbonCredits #CarbonRatings #CCPs #ICVCM

The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) is actively engaged at #LCAW2024, with our representatives sharing their insights at various key events. This is a great opportunity to engage in dialogue on how to develop a thriving, transparent and high-integrity #VoluntaryCarbonMarket (VCM). ️🔽Here's a quick rundown of where you will find ICVCM tomorrow: 🌿 Reset Connect: Join us for a side event with VCMI as we dive into questions about building a high-integrity #VCM2.0. Learn more about ‘what good looks like’ when it comes to #CarbonCredits. Hear from The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) and VCMI in this ‘Ask Me Anything’ style event and get insights on purchasing and using carbon credits. 🔗Register here: https://lnkd.in/ep9y-geM 🌿 Ground Climate Action in Human Rights: Our Associate Director of IPs and LCs Rupert Quinlan will be sharing his insights on how #CarbonFinance can empower communities on the frontline of the climate crisis. Get more information about our work with the community and the IPs and LCs VCM Forum. The session will also feature case studies from various IPs and LCs panellists. 🔗Register here: https://lnkd.in/e-c4RVJb 🌿The Future of Carbon Markets in a Net Zero World: Hosted by Cloverly join our Director of Public Affairs Lorna Ritchie as she engages in discussions around the evolving landscape of #CarbonMarkets. The session will provide insights into how companies can incorporate carbon credits into their #NetZero strategies. 🔗Register here: https://lnkd.in/eRGVfF9j 💡Interested in connecting with ICVCM at these events? Reach out to our representatives to discuss the latest developments in the #VCM.

The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is thrilled to participate in London Climate Action Week which starts this weekend. 📈 Members of our team will take part in exciting discussions, sharing insights on building trust and transparency in the #VCM. This is key to unlocking its full potential in combating the #ClimateCrisis. 🌱 ICVCM is working towards building a robust and high functioning #VCM2.0. through collaboration and dialogue. 🌿 💡Interested in connecting with ICVCM at these events? Reach out to our representatives to discuss the latest developments in the #VoluntaryCarbonMarket. 🔗Visit the London Climate Action Week website to explore the full event schedule: https://lnkd.in/eDNs6NF #LCAW2024

The climate emergency demands innovative solutions that protect our planet. Join our Board members Mark Kenber, Executive Director, VCMI as well as Giulia Carbone, Director, Natural Climate Solutions Alliance as they share their insights at the ‘High Integrity Forest Carbon Credits: a one-stop-shop for climate and nature’ panel discussion at #LCAW2024 tomorrow. 🌿 The panel event will dive deep into the power of high-integrity forest carbon credits, which offer dual benefits: tackling the climate crisis while simultaneously supporting critical nature conservation efforts. This session, hosted by LEAF Coalition Emergent , will also be attended by our incoming CEO Amy Merrill and Associate Director of IPs and LCs Rupert Quinlan. 🌱 The session will feature case studies from industry leaders like Salesforce and GSK on how investing in high-integrity credits supports climate and nature strategies. The event will also feature insights from the Global Alliance of Territorial Communities on the impact of #ClimateFinance in supporting Indigenous Peoples and local communities. This is a great opportunity to learn how nature based solutions in the #VCM can deliver climate goals. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eD9qxZ2R

The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is thrilled to participate in London Climate Action Week which starts this weekend. 📈 Members of our team will take part in exciting discussions, sharing insights on building trust and transparency in the #VCM. This is key to unlocking its full potential in combating the #ClimateCrisis. 🌱 ICVCM is working towards building a robust and high functioning #VCM2.0. through collaboration and dialogue. 🌿 💡Interested in connecting with ICVCM at these events? Reach out to our representatives to discuss the latest developments in the #VoluntaryCarbonMarket. 🔗Visit the London Climate Action Week website to explore the full event schedule: https://lnkd.in/eDNs6NF #LCAW2024

📢Shape the Future of Voluntary Carbon Markets: Join the ICVCM Team! The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) is seeking passionate and talented individuals to join our growing team. We offer a unique opportunity to join us in driving positive change in the fight against the climate crisis. 🔍 We are looking for a Programme Coordinator and a Project Manager to join our team. We are looking for individuals who are: 🍀Highly motivated and passionate about climate action. 🍀Skilled in their respective areas of expertise. 🍀Committed to working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. 🌱 Ready to make a difference? 🔗 Learn more about these exciting opportunities and apply here: https://lnkd.in/ew9TSbFA

📢We are thrilled to announce that Amy Merrill has been appointed as the first CEO of the The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) Having served as our Interim COO since December 2023, Amy's leadership, expertise, and unwavering commitment to high-integrity carbon markets have continued to steer our mission forward. Her extensive experience in developing carbon and climate finance policy, has been instrumental in the growing recognition and support for our Core Carbon Principles (CCPs). 📈 Amy’s deep knowledge of global compliance and voluntary carbon markets, honed over two decades, is invaluable as we continue to define and uphold the highest standards in the #VoluntaryCarbonMarket (VCM). 🍀 “The Integrity Council is extremely fortunate to have Amy as our CEO. Her vast experience in carbon market issues will be invaluable as the Integrity Council seeks to deliver on our core mission to bring high integrity to the voluntary carbon markets. Amy combines deep knowledge with an abiding passion to make a difference on our urgent climate matters.” says Annette Nazareth, Chair of our Governing Board. Please join us in celebrating Amy’s new role. We look forward to achieving even greater milestones under her stewardship, ensuring that the #VCM continues to support sustainable development and decarbonisation globally. 🤝 🔗Read full news: https://lnkd.in/eM3uAD-P