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'Landmark' Microsoft offsetting deal demonstrates the need for scale

In the wake of a new 'landmark' carbon credit deal with Microsoft, BTG Pactual's Timberland Investment Group (TIG) has told Environmental Finance that investors are looking for co-benefits and why project scale is necessary for both impact and reduced costs.

Microsoft and BTG Pactual announce landmark carbon credit deal

BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group (TIG) has agreed to provide Microsoft with eight million nature-based carbon removal credits, believed to be the largest carbon removal transaction to date.

Natural Capital Investment Americas: early bird ends today!

The early bird rate for the Natural Capital Investment Americas conference ends today, so register now to save 20%. Environmental Finance subscribers receive a further 30% discount.

US 'working on' investing $50m in TIG forestry strategy

Investors launch nature-positive forest roadmap

$850m timberland portfolio to aim for positive climate, biodiversity impact

A portion of BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group's forestry portfolio valued at $850 million is to be managed with the aim of having a net positive impact on nature and the environment, as part of a tie-up with The Nature Conservancy (TNC).

Bond Round Up: Pakistan, H&M, Volvo, Munich Hyp, CTP, and more

TerraForm Global to offer $800m green bond alongside IPO

SunEdison's latest yieldco, TerraForm Global, will offer an $800 million green bond alongside its IPO on Nasdaq today.