Verra ARR Projects – What the changes to submission timelines mean for Voluntary Carbon Projects

The updated Voluntary Carbon Standard (VCS v5.0) announced by Verra in December 2025 introduces a key change to pipeline listing timeline requirements. Understanding these timing requirements before starting a VCS project is essential to ensure eligibility under the VCS and the applicable methodology.
Scaling Agricultural Mitigation Across ASEAN: A Feasibility Assessment for Carbon Market Cooperation

Environmental Accounting Services (EAS), was commissioned to develop a shortlist and feasibility assessment of proven agricultural mitigation practices that have the potential to be scaled up in one or more ASEAN Member States.
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).
Carly’s Latest Round Up

Throughout the year the team at EAS work on some really diverse and important projects as well as share interesting reading items that come across our feeds. As 2025 starts drawing to a close, I thought I would share some of these moments that make me really proud of our team and that have stuck with me over this year.
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.
Monthly Roundup Newsletter – November 2024

Welcome to my roundup newsletter. 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. Stay connected by following us on LinkedIn and subscribe to our mailing list […]
Monthly Roundup Newsletter – September 2024

Welcome to my Monthly Roundup Newsletter! We’re a little late with September’s roundup, as it’s been a busy few weeks, but just like taking action on climate change—better late than never! 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 […]
Unpacking the difference between an NZU and a VCU

What is the difference between the New Zealand ETS (NZETS) and the voluntary carbon market.
Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Voluntary Carbon Markets
This post explores the current landscape of these markets, highlighting key trends, challenges, and opportunities for companies looking to integrate carbon credits into their sustainability strategies.
Monthly Roundup Newsletter – August 2024

Welcome to My First Monthly Roundup Newsletter! Welcome to the first edition of my Monthly Roundup Newsletter. Each month, I’ll bring you updates that have piqued my 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. In this issue, […]
