Bill Gilbert

Head of Carbon Markets, NatWest

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Carbonomics 101: Is carbon offsetting a form of greenwashing?

Is carbon offsetting an effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or is it simply a form of greenwashing? Divisive though it may be, carbon offsetting is an essential part of the sustainability toolkit – and here’s why. Voluntary carbon credits have come under fire in recent years, from...

Carbonomics 101: ‘Buyer beware’ – key risks associated with voluntary carbon credits and how to avoid them

In the sixth article in this series, we take a closer look at key risks that companies should consider when using voluntary carbon credits to offset carbon emissions. As the market for high-quality voluntary carbon credits continues to grow, companies may find themselves overwhelmed with choices around...

Carbonomics 101: Top 3 Factors you Should Consider when Buying Voluntary Carbon Credits

As companies look to introduce net-zero targets, the use of carbon credits to offset emissions has seen a strong resurgence. But fast-moving markets can be tricky to navigate and getting started can feel overwhelming. In this article, we take a closer look at the key factors that companies should consider...

Carbonomics 101: Everything you need to know about how carbon credit prices are calculated

With carbon markets gaining more prominence in corporate sustainability strategies, we take a closer look at how carbon credit prices are calculated and key factors that companies should consider when purchasing carbon credits for offsetting their residual emissions. With 2050 fast approaching, there is...

Carbonomics 101: Why Carbon Markets Play a Crucial Role in Corporate Sustainability Strategies

Given the current focus on climate change it’s hard to believe that just three to four years ago there was still a large contingent that questioned global warming. Many cynics have pointed – and are still pointing – to the fact that our planet has experienced...