A new University of Cape Town study reveals that methane emissions from coal mines may be seven to 14 times higher than official estimates. Experts say capturing this potent greenhouse gas could cut climate pollution, improve mine safety and create jobs in coal regions like Mpumalanga
Kariba REDD+ has been prevented from trading after allegations of mismanagement and corruption
While COP27 saw some major milestones achieved, there were also worrying breaches in commitments to tackle the real sources of climate change
But some see carbon credits as a false solution because companies will use the system to avoid cutting their carbon emissions
A marine conservation funding facility wants carbon trading to finance restoration and protection of the oceans and marine biodiversity