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Issue date: 
May 13, 2010

European CO2 traders cautiously welcome U.S. bill

(Reuters) - A U.S. Senate climate bill, unveiled on Wednesday, has garnered general support from European carbon market players, though some have raised concerns over a few components of the proposed legislation.

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May 17, 2010

Carbon Credits for Preserving Forests: How Does It Work?

What is REDD?

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May 17, 2010

From Copenhagen To Cancun: Forests and REDD

Background on REDD

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May 11, 2010

The Carbon Hunters

The Carbon Hunters was reported by Mark Schapiro, produced by Andres Cediel & co-produced by Daniela Broitman.

STORY SYNOPSIS
In a remote corner of Brazil's Atlantic coast, they say time is a fiction. This ancient forest is seemingly unspoiled by modern life -- beyond the reach of men, machines, and markets.

But a closer look reveals something very different happening here.

REDD+: Guyana

In April, Guyana submitted a revised Readiness Preparation Proposal (R-PP), which provides an overview of the country's planned strategy for developing REDD Readiness.

Issue date: 
13 May 2010

Top 10 implications of the American Power Act for REDD

The American Power Act (APA), a draft bill proposing a cap and trade system for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, was introduced yesterday in the US Senate by its two mai

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May 14, 2010

Germany's millions to help curb carbon through 2015

This week Central America and the Dominican Republic launched a new plan backed by Germany to combat climate change in the region.

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4 May 2010

REDD improves forest provision of ecosystem services

Actions to reduce emissions  caused by  deforestation and degradation (REDD) also enhance ecosystem services, according to a new report. Using a case study from the Amazon it indicated that REDD support schemes can also help maintain water levels and quality and protect soil from erosion.

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May 13, 2010

Can direct payments avert deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon?

In a bid to find a solution to the dual crises of climate change and deforestation, the REDD program has emerged as a potential "win-win" conservation idea.

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May 13, 2010

Investors wary of "green" forestry

LONDON, May 13 (Reuters) - Forests have a growing value as a result of climate policies, but the complexity of carbon markets coupled with the effects of the financial crisis are deterring investment, investors and analysts said in London on Thursday.

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