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Indigenous-Led Conservation: The Amazon Outcome Bond Explained - Gerald Prolman

In this episode of This Week in Carbon, host Edward Smith and weekly guest Rene Velasquez, sits down with Gerald Prolman, Executive Chairman of Everland, who brings decades of experience in carbon markets to the conversation. They dive deep into the groundbreaking Indigenous Amazon Outcome Bond—a innovative initiative designed to channel upfront capital into Indigenous-led forest conservation projects across the greater Amazon. The discussion covers Everland's critical role in supporting and marketing these high-integrity REDD+ efforts, the often polarizing impact of media narratives on voluntary carbon markets, and the enduring potential of REDD+ as a powerful tool against climate change. Gerald highlights the essential role of community leadership and benefit-sharing, the urgent need for immediate action to safeguard the world's remaining forests, and the rapidly evolving dynamics of carbon credits in today's market.   Takeaways   ·       Gerald Prolman has over 46 years of experience in sustainability. ·       Everland connects forest communities with capital for conservation projects. ·       The Indigenous Amazon Outcome Bond aims to fund indigenous-led projects. ·       Media narratives have significantly impacted the perception of carbon markets. ·       REDD+ projects are essential for immediate climate action. ·       Trust and transparency are crucial for the success of carbon markets. ·       Indigenous communities play a vital role in forest conservation. ·       The future of carbon markets will involve both avoidance and removals. ·       Equitable Earth was created as a response to market challenges. ·       Indonesia's approach to carbon markets may serve as a model for other countries. If you would like to watch the full video of the concert, you can find it here:    • 2025 Global Citizen Festival: Amazonia at ...