Biodiversity offsets, their effectiveness and their role in a nature positive future - Nature Reviews Biodiversity Biodiversity offsets, applied as part of the mitigation hierarchy, aim to ensure that ‘no net loss’ of biodiversity occurs as a result of human development projects and activities. This Review explore...

Interesting review paper! Biodiversity offsets often fail due to weak governance and poor enforcement. Yet, conservation alternatives remain scarce. Stronger accountability and alignment with conservation goals are key. 🌍🍀

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AI tool launched to flag greenwashing risk in companies and funds - PA Future GaiaLens' tool uses data to score ESG performance, climate impact and emerging controversies

GaiaLens has brought to market an AI-driven tool, developed in partnership with aberdeen and HSBC, to support investors in identifying greenwashing in companies and funds.

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Is Carbon Offset a Form of Greenwashing? | Earth.Org Carbon offsetting is controversial. It can contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases, but is carbon offset a form of greenwashing, too?

3️⃣ Unstable market, unreliable protection. Carbon prices swing wildly. Forest conservation needs steady support, not speculation. Companies buy offsets instead of cutting emissions. Greenwashing thrives. Real action takes a backseat.

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