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Welcome to the Will Solutions blog, where we explore carbon market trends, emissions reduction strategies and regulatory developments. Whether you’re a company, organization or change agent, our analysis will help you better understand and act for a low-carbon future.
The concept of carbon insetting
Today, less than 20% of large companies are committed to a Net Zero initiative. Faced with growing climate challenges, organizations are being forced to act to radically reduce the impact of their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. One of the emerging strategies for...
5 reasons to buy local and support the local economy
Impact of buying local We're often encouraged to buy local, especially since the pandemic. It's said to “stimulate the economy”. What does this mean in practice? I looked into the matter and was amazed by the results. It turns out that buying locally has...
The Role of the ICVCM in the Voluntary Carbon Market: Integrity and Rigor
On April 25, the Verified Carbon Standard program, of which the Will Solutions' Sustainable Community is a member, took its first step towards recognition in the voluntary carbon market: The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market approved the program....
Legislation for waste management projects in the United States
This article analyzes the impact of legislation on waste management projects in the USA and Quebec, focusing on landfill biogas carbon credits. It compares regulations and shows how they influence methane emission reduction projects.
When Science Meets Action: Tribute to Claude Villeneuve
Five days after the death of Claude Villeneuve, I left for a week-long vacation on May 24th to Saint Simon de Rimouski, at the beginning of the Estuary of the Saint Lawrence River. Perched on a high peak and admiring the beauty of nature, the depth of the landscape,...
Deciphering the Additionality of Carbon Credits
In the urgent search for solutions to global warming, the concept of additionality is emerging as an innovative tool for assessing the real impact of environmental projects. But what exactly is additionality? This complex concept is often shrouded in various...
Net Zero Explained: How to Achieve It in Your Business
Net zero is often seen as a distant utopia, but today it is an essential roadmap. This concept, which combines emissions reduction and carbon offsets, is redefining organizations' climate strategies. Net Zero : Definitions The IPCC provides the following...
Death of Claude Villeneuve, founder of Carbone Boréal
We were deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of Claude Villeneuve, a long-time Will Solutions advisor and collaborator. Just last week, we were planning with him initiatives to accelerate the fight against climate change and the energy transition.
We’re Udpdating our Methodology!
Originally published in 2012, Will Solutions’ methodology (VM0018) needed an update.
This article provides an overview of the purpose of the methodology,
the goals of the update, and the content of the amended methodology.
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