Qantas, Rio Tinto, and BHP have joined forces as foundational investors in the Silva Carbon Origination Fund, a new initiative aimed at developing high-integrity, nature-based carbon projects in Australia. The fund, managed by Silva Capital, will focus on generating Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) through land reforestation and integrated agriculture projects, contributing to climate change mitigation and supporting sustainable land management practices.
The Airports Council International (ACI) for Asia-Pacific & the Middle East has recognized 12 airports for their groundbreaking sustainability efforts. The Green Airports Recognition 2024 award focuses on biodiversity and nature-based solutions, showcasing initiatives that maintain biodiversity and implement sustainable strategies. These efforts include plantation activities, marine ecosystem conservation, wetland restoration, in-house horticulture, and wildlife management.
