From the Forest to the Air We Breathe: The Cost of Fires and How to Face It.
Fires in Brazil have become an increasingly serious problem, impacting both the environment and public health. In 2024, the state of São Paulo experienced one of the most critical periods of air pollution ever recorded, largely due to smoke brought by fires in nearby regions. According to data from the Environmental Company of the State […]
Offsetting Emissions: The Green Transformation through the Purchase of Carbon Credits.
As climate change intensifies, the pressure on companies and individuals to reduce theircarbon footprint has never been greater. An effective and rapidly growing solution is thepurchase of green carbon credits, a way to offset greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions throughinvestments in projects that remove or avoid carbon emissions from the atmosphere. What are Green Carbon Credits? Carbon credits are certificates that represent the reduction of one ton of carbon dioxide (CO₂) or its equivalent in other GHGs. They are issued by projects that promote sustainability, suchas reforestation, forest conservation, renewable energy production and carbon capture. In Brazil, where the preservation of the Amazon and other biomes is essential for global climatebalance, these credits play an even more critical role. How does the purchase of carbon credits work? Companies and individuals purchase carbon credits to offset their emissions that cannot beeliminated through other sustainable practices. For example, a company that emits 10,000 tons of CO₂ per year can purchase 10,000 carbon credits to neutralize its environmentalimpact. These credits are sold by certified projects that are monitored and verified to ensurethat carbon reductions are real, measurable and permanent (MSCI). The Carbon Market in Brazil Brazil is in a unique position in the carbon credits market. With vast tropical forests and richbiodiversity, the country has immense potential for carbon projects. However, theeffectiveness of these projects depends on robust governance and transparency in the creditcertification and sale processes. The creation of a regulated carbon market in Brazil has beendiscussed as a way to ensure that carbon reductions are authentic and that projects trulycontribute to climate change mitigation. Importance for Companies and Consumers Purchasing carbon credits not only helps mitigate the environmental impact of humanactivities, but also brings reputational benefits to companies. With consumers and investorsincreasingly concerned about sustainability, companies that adopt green practices have a competitive advantage. Studies indicate that consumers are willing to pay more for productsand services from companies that demonstrate a real commitment to reducing their carbonemissions (MSCI). Challenges and Opportunities Despite the benefits, the carbon credits market faces challenges. The issue of “greenwashing” is a concern, where companies may buy credits to appear sustainable without makingsignificant changes to their operations. Therefore, it is essential that companies choose high-quality projects, with internationally recognized certifications, such as the Verified CarbonStandard (VCS) or the Gold Standard. Furthermore, adopting new technologies to monitor and verify carbon reductions is vital tomarket credibility. Innovation in areas such as blockchain is being explored to ensure thetransparency and traceability of carbon credits. The Role of Market Research For the purchase of carbon credits to be truly effective, it is crucial that companies understandhow sustainability is perceived by their target audience. Market research can provide valuableinsights into what consumers expect from sustainable brands and how environmentalpractices impact their purchasing decisions. Do you want to know if sustainability is a competitive differentiator for your company? Contact us and discover, through detailed research, how your brand can align with theenvironmental values of your consumers. Sources: ● MSCI: “Carbon Credits in 2024” (MSCI)● BCG: “The Next Frontier in Carbon Credits” (2023)● World Bank: “State and Trends of Carbon Pricing 2023”
Gambling in Brazil: The Illusion of the “Tigrinho Game”
In recent years, gambling has gained increasing prominence in Brazil, especially with the emergence of the controversial “tigrinho game”. This game has attracted many people with the promise of quick and easy financial gains, but the reality is quite different. Many end up losing large amounts of money, fueling an unrealistic quest for riches. What […]
Sustainability: The Key to a Greener Future
ustainability is becoming increasingly essential today. Guidelines on this topic are becoming more present every day. This is not just a fashionable term, but an urgent need to ensure a viable future for our planet and for generations to come. Here, we intend to explore the importance of sustainability and how corporations can adopt conscious […]
Floods in Rio Grande do Sul: A Warning about the Climate Crisis
Climate change has manifested itself in increasingly evident and devastating ways across the world in recent years. Brazil is no exception, and recently the state of Rio Grande do Sul was the scene of a series of catastrophic floods, which highlight the immediate and dramatic impacts of the climate crisis. After all, what does this […]
A.I in Market Research: a silent revolution
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised many sectors in recent years, and market research is no exception. With advanced algorithms and access to large volumes of data, companies are taking advantage of AI’s capabilities to better understand their consumers, identify trends and make strategic decisions with greater precision. In this article, we’ll explore how AI is […]
How is remote working doing post-pandemic?
The pandemic has radically transformed working models around the world. With lockdowns, travel restrictions and social distancing measures between 2020 and mid-2023, companies from all sectors have been forced to adopt remote working as a survival measure in this challenging time. However, as the situation has begun to stabilize in some regions of normalcy, the […]
Business trends for 2024: what to expect in the corporate world
Finally, 2024! Entering a new year always brings a lot of expectations about various areas of our lives and in the business world it’s no different. Staying on top of important news about the business world, regardless of the area in which you operate, is of great value – after all, information is power. The […]
Recent Advances in Artificial Intelligence: Curiosities and Trends
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has played a crucial role in transforming diverse industries, from healthcare to industrial automation. In this short article, we will explore the most recent advances in AI, highlighting fascinating curiosities and trends that shape the future of this technology with important key points to understand in which layers this technology has already […]
Heatwave: understand what’s happening in Brazil
Today we’re going to dive into an urgent topic: the influence of global warming on the most recent heatwave that hit Brazil, as covered in an article in Brazil’s largest newspaper, Folha de S.Paulo. A broad topic that has long been discussed worldwide, this brief section aims to understand what has happened in the country […]