The Future of Carbon Credits (Christian Holzleitner)

This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Christian Holzleitner, the Head of Unit for Land Economy and Carbon Removal at the European Commission. This enlightening conversation delved into the intricacies of the EU's ambitious climate goals, the challenges of carbon removal, and the transformative potential of regenerative agriculture.

Christian unpacks the complexities of the voluntary carbon market. We explore how the Carbon Removal Certification Framework is set to revolutionize the way we approach carbon markets and carbon farming. Discover the critical role of regenerative agriculture and nature-based solutions in enhancing biodiversity and achieving sustainable carbon removal.🎧

Key Topics:

The evolution and challenges of the Voluntary Carbon Market.

Understanding carbon removal and the importance of a robust certification framework.

Insights into the European Commission's strategies for climate neutrality by 2050.

Addressing permanence, additionality, and leakage in carbon markets.

How initiatives like carbon farming, regenerative agriculture & agroforestry can provide additional income streams for farmers.

Christian shares valuable perspectives on the intersection of policy, technology, and agriculture, providing a roadmap for a sustainable and climate-positive future. 🌾🌍