In this blog, you'll find links to recent peer-reviewed research produced by the Wildlife Works Biodiversity and Carbon Science research teams. Together, these papers reflect our commitment to rigorous, field-based research that informs wildlife conservation, climate action, and human well-being.

Forest Reference Emission Levels (FRELs) underpin REDD+ results-based payments, yet most still rely on methods that overlook forest degradation and mask true emissions. Evidence from multiple biomes shows degradation accounts for up to three-quarters of forest emissions. This blog explores how direct biomass measurement using LiDAR and multisensor remote sensing enables accurate, auditable, and rapidly updatable FRELs aligned with UNFCCC and IPCC guidance.

In this edition of Valuing the Priceless, we spotlight our Founder Mike Korchinsky’s recent interview with QCI, cover various signs of momentum for the voluntary carbon market such as a new business coalition formed to mobilize $100 billion for avoided emissions by 2035, discuss the Article 6.4 debate, and recap our lessons learned at Climate Week NYC.

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

In this month’s spotlight meet Will Gochberg PhD, Wildlife Works Technical Climate Policy Analyst. From conducting research on land tenure systems in Africa to working in academia, Will's rich experience and keen analysis on policy makes him an indispensable part of our team.

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.

As the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) continues to mature, there has been a recent wave of policy updates, investment milestones, and signals of increased global coordination. Here are the key voluntary carbon market updates shaping the landscape from May 2025.

Through this newsletter, we’ll provide key biodiversity and carbon market updates from a leading project developer’s perspective.

Learn about events we will be attending and participating in at Biodiversity COP16, and a list of our team members who will be in Cali

Listen to this conversation between John Mwakima, a community leader from the Kasigau Corridor REDD+ project, and Founder Mike Korchinsky.

Welcome to Wildlife Works' monthly newsletter; Reasons for Wild Hope.

Welcome to Wildlife Works monthly newsletter; Reasons for Wild Hope - August 2024.

This blog compiles the many Indigenous Peoples, traditional land owners and Local Communities advocating for carbon markets.

Wildlife Works is thrilled to announce a publication a publication of a research paper in Nature’s Portfolio Journal, Scientific Reports.

Wildlife Works is thrilled to see Biden's Voluntary Carbon Market Guidelines.

Welcome to Wildlife Works’ monthly Newsletter, “Reasons for Wild Hope."

Meet Olivia Adhiambo, our Director of Climate Policy for Africa. Olivia, who’s been with Wildlife Works since June of 2023, has a nuanced...