The latest reforms in the ACCU Scheme

On 30 April 2026, the Australian Government released the Exposure Draft of the Carbon Credits and Other Legislation Amendment (Integrity and Transparency) Bill for public consultation.
Developing a National Biochar Soil Carbon Method for Aotearoa New Zealand

Biochar is rapidly emerging as a viable soil-based carbon removal pathway and is attracting increasing interest from countries seeking to expand and strengthen their National Greenhouse Gas Inventories (NGHGIs).
The VCM, NZ NDC and Double Counting – A New Zealand Perspective

This guide explains how New Zealand’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement interacts with the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) and why double counting is an important issue for both governments and voluntary buyers.
Supporting Australia’s Agricultural Sector to Prepare for Mandatory Climate Disclosures

As Australia progresses toward a low-emissions economy, the introduction of mandatory climate-related disclosures in January 2025 marked a significant shift for businesses—particularly in the agricultural sector.
Greenhouse Gas Reporting in the FLAG sector

As awareness grows around the environmental impacts across entire value chains, particularly in the agricultural sector, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol has released updated guidance to support improved estimation and reporting of emissions.
Monthly Roundup Newsletter – November 2024

In this issue, you’ll find insights on the latest developments in the voluntary carbon market, advancements in global forest monitoring, policy shifts impacting sustainability, and emerging research and innovations that are shaping the future of climate action.
Monthly Roundup Newsletter – September 2024

Each month, I’ll bring you updates that have piqued my and my team’s interest on key developments, articles, and important information related to climate change mitigation, emissions management and reduction, sustainability, and more in the climate change space.
EAS’ work with the Global Forest Observations Initiative

EAS employees have been working with GFOI since 2014, through support provided by the Australian Government and more recently from the US Silvacarbon Program and directly from the GFOI office (the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization).
EAS’ Work on National Forest Monitoring Systems

The development of clear and effective national monitoring systems and measurement, reporting and verification processes will be essential in demonstrating achievement of Paris Agreement Targets.
Why we need to get on board with international standards in New Zealand

We all know that the call for action on climate change is getting louder and the need for change more serious. It is something we know we can no longer ignore.
