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Urgent Call for Carbon Market Rules Ahead of COP30

11/7/2025

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As COP30 approaches in Belém, Brazil, negotiators focus on the future of international carbon markets under Article 6.
The Project Developer Forum urges negotiators to create rules that facilitate investment in carbon credits for Africa.
Governance uncertainty has dampened investor interest, stalling many projects.
Without effective markets, funding for forest conservation and local livelihoods may remain unrealized.

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Story summary

As COP30 approaches in Belém, Brazil, negotiators focus on the future of international carbon markets under Article 6.
The Project Developer Forum urges negotiators to create rules that facilitate investment in carbon credits for Africa.
Governance uncertainty has dampened investor interest, stalling many projects.
Without effective markets, funding for forest conservation and local livelihoods may remain unrealized.