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Nov 2023

🌟Introducing Our White Label Service – A Tailored Solution for Your Brand🌟

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest offering – DT Master Carbon’s White Label Service! This innovative solution is designed to allow your business to offer carbon offsetting services directly to your clients, all under your own brand.

What is White Label Service?

White labelling means you can present our state-of-the-art carbon offsetting services as your own. We handle the complexities of carbon calculations, offset procurement, and verification processes behind the scenes, while you get to expand your service portfolio and provide additional value to your customers with ease.

Why Our White Label Service Stands Out:

Customization at Its Core: Tailor the service to align perfectly with your brand identity, ensuring a seamless experience for your clients.

Expand Your Brand Presence: Offer a more comprehensive suite of services to your clients and stand out in the marketplace as a champion of sustainability.

Streamlined Integration: Our service is designed to be easily integrated into your existing offerings, ensuring a smooth launch and continuation of your brand experience.

Support & Expertise: Access our dedicated support team and leverage our expertise to ensure your success at every step.

Launch Date and Availability:

The white label service will officially be available starting [Launch Date]. We have put together a dedicated team to ensure a smooth transition and integration for all partners interested in this service.

Getting Started:

For more information or to schedule a personalized walk-through of our white label service, please contact [mia@dtmastercarbon.fr].

We are excited to partner with you to not only grow your business but also make a positive impact on the planet together. At DT Master Carbon, your growth is our commitment, and sustainability is our shared mission.

Let's innovate, collaborate, and lead the way to a greener future.

 

Opinions

Unpacking the Debate on Carbon Offsets

Recent discussions on climate change solutions have brought carbon offsets into the spotlight, sparking a range of reactions from experts. One such perspective comes from Martin Soendergaard of the Harvard Kennedy School. Soendergaard is wary of the current enthusiasm surrounding carbon offsets, likening them to trends seen in "bubble-hype-markets".

While he acknowledges that carbon offsets may not be the silver bullet for climate change, he warns against dismissing them too quickly. In his view, the focus should shift towards strengthening the verification processes of carbon markets. This, he believes, will bolster trust and credibility, especially considering the noticeable fluctuations in price and supply for deforestation projects in recent times.

The dialogue around carbon offsets is essential, and as Soendergaard suggests, a balanced approach that understands their limits while also harnessing their potential might be the way forward. Let us use this critique as an opportunity to reevaluate and enhance the role of carbon offsets in our climate strategy.

News

Europe:

Decline in Carbon Credit Demand: A notable decline in the demand for carbon credits is projected for 2023, with a 6% decrease in credits used by companies in the first half of the year, marking the first dip in at least seven years. Major firms like Nestle and Gucci have reduced their carbon credit purchases, leading to a fall in carbon offset prices. The decline is partially attributed to negative studies on carbon credits and concerns over the effectiveness of certain carbon offset projects​. [Source]

Asia:

The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) commenced carbon credit trading on October 11, marking the initiation of Japan's first exchange-based carbon market. This trading platform allows participants to engage in transactions involving government-issued J-Credits. Moreover, October saw the kick-off of Japan’s carbon pricing scheme at the Tokyo Stock Exchange, which is a part of Japan's broader voluntary carbon trading scheme initiated this month. [Source]

Revival of China's Voluntary Carbon Market: On October 20, China took a significant step towards reviving its voluntary carbon market. A State Administration-level regulatory body approved administrative measures to underpin the relaunch of China’s national carbon offset program. This move is expected to boost China's efforts in achieving its carbon neutrality goals. [Source]

Quote of the month

“The time is right for a radical overhaul” Mateo Estrada for Eco-Business [Quote: Source] [Article: Source]

In his recent piece, Mateo Estrada underscores the growing importance of forests in the fight against climate change, with the voluntary carbon market potentially reaching $10-40 billion by 2030. While the idea of carbon offsets held promise, allowing companies to recognize and compensate indigenous communities for their conservation efforts, the reality has been starkly different. The unregulated market has seen rampant exploitation, with indigenous communities often being deceived into unfavorable contracts or outright land grabs. Flaws in the system have meant that many projects, even those that claim genuine carbon reductions, do not deliver on their promises. Estrada emphasizes the dire need for a complete overhaul of the system that is transparent, scientifically accurate, and respectful of indigenous rights and their role in forest conservation. He concludes: "The time is right for a radical overhaul."

Did You Know?

Despite the common belief that carbon offsetting is a new concept; it actually has its roots in the 1980s. The idea began with the "debt-for-nature" swaps, where developing countries were given debt relief in exchange for conserving forests. This evolved into what we now recognize as the carbon offset market, where individuals and businesses can offset their carbon emissions by investing in environmental projects elsewhere. As of now, the carbon offset market has funded projects ranging from reforestation efforts to renewable energy advancements in numerous countries!

Warmly,

DT Master Carbon