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This World Elephant Day, we’re spotlighting the courage of Jema Funan, Senior Security Liaison at the Kasigau Corridor REDD+ Project. With 26 years on the frontlines of wildlife protection, Jema has sacrificed his personal safety to protect elephants.

The voluntary carbon market is showing signs of structural maturity, with bold moves, growing alignment on integrity, and shifting supply dynamics. From strategic acquisitions to evolving standards and groundbreaking investments, this month’s developments hint at a market finding its footing, while still navigating complexity and scrutiny. One story in particular stands out as a sign for what’s next.

In a recent episode of "This Week In Carbon," Mike Korchinsky, the visionary founder of Wildlife Works, offered a candid and often provocative look at the origins of carbon credits for financing forest conservation and the turbulent journey of the REDD+ market. His insights challenge conventional wisdom and underscore a deep commitment to pragmatic solutions for wildlife, forests, and the communities that depend on them. In this blog, learn about the key insights from the con