In this episode of The Green Insider, Mike Nemer speaks with Pankaj Tanwar, Managing Director of Climate Services at CarbonBetter, about how voluntary carbon markets work—and why methane abatement is emerging as one of the most impactful near‑term climate solutions.
They break down key differences between avoidance and removal credits, explain why carbon credit prices vary so widely, and unpack what buyers really look for when evaluating projects, from additionality to co‑benefits. The conversation also explores methane’s outsized climate impact, insights from the BCarbon Methane Abatement Conference, and why a balanced portfolio approach matters.
Key themes include:
• Carbon credit types and pricing
• Why voluntary carbon markets are so complex
• How buyers assess project quality
• Methane abatement as a high‑impact opportunity
• The role of intermediaries in reducing buyer risk
The Role of Market Intermediaries
Intermediaries like CarbonBetter play a critical role by filtering projects, reducing buyer risk, comparing methodologies, and guiding organizations through a complex and often confusing market landscape.
Purpose Beyond Profit
The episode closes with reflections on the personal fulfillment many carbon market professionals find in creating environmental and social benefits for local communities alongside emissions reductions.
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