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New VCMI Guidance Opens Door for Corporate Carbon Credit Claims

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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The Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI) has today released additional guidance for its Claims Code of Practice (Claims Code), enabling companies to make claims about their use of high-quality carbon credits.

Key Points: 
  • The Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI) has today released additional guidance for its Claims Code of Practice (Claims Code), enabling companies to make claims about their use of high-quality carbon credits.
  • Using the MRA framework and the ‘Carbon Integrity’ Claims branding, companies can now make Silver, Gold or Platinum Claims as outlined in the original Claims Code of Practice released in June.
  • Mark Kenber, Executive Director, VCMI: “Today’s release of additional guidance means that the VCMI Claims Code of Practice is ready for use and companies can now directly make claims against it.
  • We commend the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI) for its leadership in shaping the enhanced guidance for the Claims Code of Practice.

Seagrass, a global carbon marketplace and climate solutions company, launches in the United Arab Emirates

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Seagrass aims to unlock the potential of the carbon markets and transform carbon finance, which can make an important contribution to the net-zero transition.

Key Points: 
  • Seagrass aims to unlock the potential of the carbon markets and transform carbon finance, which can make an important contribution to the net-zero transition.
  • Seagrass will be based in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) financial centre located in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
  • The UAE will also host COP28, with the development of high-quality voluntary carbon markets expected to be a key area of focus.
  • "Carbon markets will play a crucial role in the transition to a sustainable world," said Naveed Tariq, CEO of Seagrass.

Seagrass, a global carbon marketplace and climate solutions company, launches in the United Arab Emirates

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
Carbon, E.ON, Market development, National Integration Council, COP28, ACX, OroraTech, Corruption, Biodiversity, Abu Dhabi Global Market, Growth, Certification, Transport, Seaweed, Renewable energy, Seagrass

Seagrass aims to unlock the potential of the carbon markets and transform carbon finance, which can make an important contribution to the net-zero transition.

Key Points: 
  • Seagrass aims to unlock the potential of the carbon markets and transform carbon finance, which can make an important contribution to the net-zero transition.
  • Seagrass will be based in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) financial centre located in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
  • The UAE will also host COP28, with the development of high-quality voluntary carbon markets expected to be a key area of focus.
  • "Carbon markets will play a crucial role in the transition to a sustainable world," said Naveed Tariq, CEO of Seagrass.

Manulife Investment Management Announces Close on up to $224.5 Million in Commitments to Forest Climate Fund

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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BOSTON, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife Investment Management, the world's largest manager of natural capital with nearly $15 billion in assets under management in timberland and agriculture combined, today announced the initial close of Manulife Forest Climate Fund LP1,2 (FCF or the fund).

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife Investment Management, the world's largest manager of natural capital with nearly $15 billion in assets under management in timberland and agriculture combined, today announced the initial close of Manulife Forest Climate Fund LP1,2 (FCF or the fund).
  • Along with its affiliated offshore vehicles, the fund has secured commitments totaling up to $224.5 million towards its $500 million targeted offering.
  • "The Manulife Forest Climate Fund expands on our decades of sustainable timberland management experience and is one of the natural climate solutions we have developed to sequester carbon more intensively and drive broader impact," added Eric Cooperstrom, managing director, impact investing and natural climate solutions, Manulife Investment Management.
  • The fund will be distributed in the United States by John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, member FINRA, a Manulife IM affiliate.

Strategen Consulting Announces Matthew McDonnell and Edward Burgess as New Partners

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Strategen Consulting, Inc. has named Matthew McDonnell and Edward Burgess as new firm partners.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Strategen Consulting, Inc. has named Matthew McDonnell and Edward Burgess as new firm partners.
  • We are truly blessed to have them as our newest Partners," Janice Lin, Strategen Founder and Chief Executive Officer, said.
  • Matt has been named Partner and Executive Vice President, Head of Consulting Services.
  • At Arizona State, he also helped to launch the university's Energy Policy Innovation Council and Utility of the Future Initiative.

DevvStream Holdings to List on Nasdaq Via Business Combination with Focus Impact Acquisition Corp.

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DevvStream Holdings Inc. (“DevvStream” or the “Company”) (NEO: DESG) (OTC: DSTRF) (FSE: CQ0) and Focus Impact Acquisition Corp. (“Focus Impact” or “FIAC”) (NASDAQ: FIAC) today announced that they have entered into a definitive Business Combination Agreement (the “Business Combination Agreement”) for a business combination (the “Transaction” or the “Business Combination”).

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DevvStream Holdings Inc. (“DevvStream” or the “Company”) (NEO: DESG) (OTC: DSTRF) (FSE: CQ0) and Focus Impact Acquisition Corp. (“Focus Impact” or “FIAC”) (NASDAQ: FIAC) today announced that they have entered into a definitive Business Combination Agreement (the “Business Combination Agreement”) for a business combination (the “Transaction” or the “Business Combination”).
  • Focus Impact is a special purpose acquisition corporation focused on amplifying social impact through the pursuit of a merger or business combination with socially forward companies.
  • The Transaction is structured as an amalgamation of DevvStream into a wholly owned subsidiary of Focus Impact, following Focus Impact’s redomiciling as an Alberta company.
  • Focus Impact will be renamed DevvStream Corp. (the “Combined Company”) and continue the business of DevvStream following the amalgamation.

Roanoke College Announces New Senior Leaders

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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SALEM, Va., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Roanoke College has named six new hires in senior leadership positions, each playing a pivotal role in Roanoke's work to champion student potential and provide learning and leadership through leading-edge academic programs and transformative educational experiences.

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  • SALEM, Va., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Roanoke College has named six new hires in senior leadership positions, each playing a pivotal role in Roanoke's work to champion student potential and provide learning and leadership through leading-edge academic programs and transformative educational experiences.
  • With over 20 years of experience in recruitment and leadership at different institutions, Pennix returns to Roanoke to ensure a positive impact on prospective students.
  • In her new position at Roanoke, she works closely with faculty across campus to improve curriculum, advising, and assessment.
  • Campbell will serve on President Shushok's cabinet and provide strategic and student-centered leadership to the Roanoke Maroons' NCAA Division III athletic program.

The Data Economics Company and Gordian Knot Strategies Highlight Deployment of Enkrateia for The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Mark

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Data Economics Company (DECO) and Gordian Knot Strategies (GKS) announced the deployment of Enkrateia to support the effort of setting and enforcing a definitive global threshold for high quality carbon credits undertaken by the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (Integrity Council).

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  • "The CCPs establish a global benchmark for high-integrity carbon credits leveraging the solid science and expertise available," said Penrith, CEO for GKS.
  • Enkrateia runs on DECO's patented Lydion® Engine, software that facilitates the secure, private packaging, exchange, and productization of valuable data assets.
  • This allows carbon programs to easily and securely access the Assessment Framework on the Assessment Platform and apply to the Integrity Council for CCP-eligibility.
  • "We've taken another step, with The Integrity Council and Gordian Knot Strategies, to clarify Data Economics and its relevance to climate change," said DECO Chief Product Officer and Managing Director Sirtaj Brar.

Global Launch: New VCMI Claims Code to Accelerate Corporate Use of Voluntary Carbon Markets as Part of Net-zero Pathways

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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It clarifies the complex landscape of voluntary carbon markets by providing companies with a rulebook for high-integrity voluntary use of carbon credits and associated claims on the pathway to net zero.

Key Points: 
  • It clarifies the complex landscape of voluntary carbon markets by providing companies with a rulebook for high-integrity voluntary use of carbon credits and associated claims on the pathway to net zero.
  • The voluntary carbon market is one tool that can mobilize the much-needed finance to low and middle-income countries towards climate solutions that will accelerate the net-zero transition.
  • The Claims Code consists of four steps that a company must undertake to make a VCMI Claim:
    1.
  • Our upcoming carbon market regulations will inspire significant investments into impactful voluntary carbon market activities, whilst ensuring strong governance and transparency.

Malta Announces Addition of Storage Industry Veteran Jin Noh to Direct Business Development & Policy

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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Malta Inc., a pioneer in long-duration energy storage (LDES) that offers utility-scale clean energy replacements for coal, oil, and gas power plants, announced today the addition of Jin Noh as Director, Business Development & Policy.

Key Points: 
  • Malta Inc., a pioneer in long-duration energy storage (LDES) that offers utility-scale clean energy replacements for coal, oil, and gas power plants, announced today the addition of Jin Noh as Director, Business Development & Policy.
  • Noh joins Malta with 10 years of policy and analyst experience in the utility, regulatory, and technology industries, including prior work with energy storage advocacy and consulting groups.
  • Noh most recently served as Interim Executive Director and Policy Director at the California Energy Storage Alliance (CESA).
  • Noh holds a Master of Public Policy with a focus on Energy Policy from the University of California, Berkeley and a bachelor’s degree in public policy studies and economics from Duke University.