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🏆 Calling Our Trusted Partners in the Voluntary Carbon Market! At OTC FLOW we are proud to deliver efficient, reliable, and transparent carbon credit trading solutions that help corporates and institutions take real climate action. If we’ve supported your voluntary carbon credit strategy with: ✅ Speedy, seamless transactions ✅ High-integrity project selection ✅ Market insights and transparency ✅ Outstanding service from our expert team ...we’d be grateful if you considered nominating OTC Flow in the Environmental Finance Voluntary Carbon Market Rankings 2025. 🗳️ You can vote here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eKPHW6Hb 📆 Deadline: Friday, 25 July 2025 Let’s keep pushing the voluntary carbon market forward with impact, innovation, and trust. #carbonmarkets #voluntarycarbon #sustainability #OTCFlow #EnvironmentalFinance #VCM #carbontrading #netzero

Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality has opened applications for its 2025 Clean Trucks and Infrastructure Program, committing more than $34 million to accelerate the transition from diesel to zero-emission vehicles across the state. The funding targets medium- and heavy-duty fleet owners, offering grants to replace or retrofit older diesel engines with cleaner alternatives. The initiative includes $9 million for diesel mitigation projects, $4.8 million for clean truck replacements, and $3 million for charging infrastructure development. Additionally, a new rebate program for zero-emission fleet purchases will launch soon with $17 million in funding, reflecting the state's broader push to improve air quality and reduce transportation emissions.

📢 OTC FLOW France is ISO certified! We are proud to announce that OTC FLOW France has officially received ISO 9001 certification, the global benchmark for quality management systems. This certification reflects the rigour and reliability of our internal processes and marks a significant milestone for our team in France. It’s a testament to their commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and delivering value to our clients in environmental markets. 👏 Félicitations to everyone at OTC FLOW France for this achievement, and especially to those who led the audit process with precision and dedication. At OTC FLOW, we believe that quality, trust, and transparency are the foundation of long-term impact. Whether in Amsterdam, Paris, New York, or beyond, our teams are united in delivering sustainable market solutions with consistency and care. 🔗 Read more on the announcement from OTC Flow France: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ecMhwR6M #OTCFlow #ISO9001 #OperationalExcellence #QualityManagement #EnvironmentalMarkets #Sustainability #GreenBusiness #TeamWork #ContinuousImprovement #EnergyTransition #CarbonMarkets #France #Certification #TrustAndTransparency

U.S. solar energy deployment hit record levels in 2024, with 50 GW of new capacity installed, enough to power New York City for a year. However, domestic manufacturers supplied only a small fraction of that, producing just 4.2 GW in the first half of the year. While U.S. production is ramping up, boosted by federal incentives and the Inflation Reduction Act, it still lags behind demand. Most panels continue to be imported, primarily from Southeast Asia, where costs are significantly lower, roughly a third of domestic prices. New proposals for steep tariffs on imported solar products, especially from Chinese-owned companies in Southeast Asia, threaten to drive up prices and limit supply. These measures aim to bolster U.S. manufacturing but risk short-term disruptions as the domestic industry scales up. Developers have already begun delaying or cancelling installations due to rising costs. Meanwhile, investments in manufacturing, concentrated in states like Texas and Georgia, signal long-term growth, though future trade policy shifts under the current administration are creating ongoing uncertainty for the industry.

A recently passed House tax bill proposing severe cuts to clean energy incentives is facing mounting opposition in the Senate. Republican senators signaled plans to revise or block key provisions that would dismantle support for renewables and nuclear power projects. The House bill aims to eliminate core elements of the climate law enacted in 2022, including accelerated phaseouts of tax credits and restrictions on credit trading. The proposed rollback triggered a sharp market response, with renewable energy stocks plummeting—highlighting industry fears of reduced investment viability. While Senate Republicans are expected to rewrite parts of the bill, internal divisions and political pressures remain. Moderate voices are pushing to preserve at least some of the tax credits, particularly for residential solar and clean power infrastructure, warning of rising consumer energy costs and disrupted market momentum. The legislation would also prohibit U.S. clean energy projects from sourcing any components linked to China, a move that could disqualify many solar and battery manufacturers from incentives under current supply chain realities. Despite the bill’s passage in the House, analysts suggest its current form is unlikely to survive Senate negotiations. Industry watchers warn, however, that continued uncertainty could deter future investment, marking a pivotal moment for the trajectory of U.S. clean energy policy.

A major offshore wind project off the coast of New York has been cleared to resume construction after a month-long halt, following an agreement between federal and state authorities that includes revisiting plans for natural gas infrastructure expansion. The project, expected to begin supplying renewable electricity to half a million homes by 2027, had been suspended in April due to concerns raised by federal officials over regulatory review processes. The halt prompted industry-wide uncertainty, with concerns over the status of other pre-approved energy developments. The resumption follows a compromise involving potential support for additional gas pipeline capacity, plans for which had been blocked in 2020 on environmental grounds. The deal signals a broader strategy to balance clean energy development with expanded access to domestic energy sources. The offshore facility, once operational, will be the first of its kind to deliver wind-generated electricity directly to New York City. It is one of several projects contributing to the state’s and nation’s clean energy transition, while the parallel discussion on gas infrastructure reflects ongoing efforts to meet energy demand reliably and affordably.

We’re thrilled to announce that OTC FLOW has been named Market-Maker / Liquidity Provider of the Year by Risk.net at the Energy Risk Awards 2025! We’re honoured to receive this prestigious recognition from one of the leading voices in global energy and commodity markets. This award reflects our commitment to delivering transparent pricing, deep market access, and high-quality execution across environmental commodities. 🏆What sets us apart? • Our ability to serve diverse counterparties across Europe, Asia and America. • Providing consistent liquidity in volatile conditions. • Enabling seamless execution across various environmental markets. Whether it's helping firms access the voluntary carbon market or structuring PPAs across Europe, our mission remains clear: to be a reliable partner for the energy transition. 🔗 Read the full profile on our win here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/exwSm3Js To our partners: thank you for your trust. And to our team: your hard work, drive, and dedication made this possible. Here’s to more impact, innovation, and collaboration in 2025 🥂 #EnergyRiskAwards #OTCFLOW #MarketMaking #EnvironmentalMarkets #CarbonTrading #Sustainability #GuaranteesOfOrigin #ClimateAction #VoluntaryCarbon #Biofuels #Biomethane #TradingExcellence #RiskNet

Maine lawmakers have introduced a major legislative initiative aimed at advancing the state’s clean energy economy. Legislative Document No. 1868, "An Act to Advance a Clean Energy Economy by Updating Renewable and Clean Resource Procurement Laws," seeks to strengthen Maine’s renewable energy goals and diversify the state's electricity generation sources. The bill mandates that, beginning January 1, 2026, Maine's Governor’s Energy Office will conduct competitive solicitations every two years to procure energy and environmental attributes from renewable and clean resources through long-term contracts. This process is designed to ensure the state meets its emissions reduction targets and accommodates expected electricity demand growth. Key provisions include: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: The Energy Office will lead new procurements, which may include energy storage and associated transmission projects, unless another entity is designated. 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮: Solicitations must prioritize cost-effectiveness, environmental impacts, economic development benefits, and project viability. 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀: By 2040, 90% of retail electricity sales must come from renewable resources, and 10% from clean (non-renewable but low-emission) sources. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Competitive electricity providers will face increasing requirements for renewable and clean energy procurement from 2031 onwards. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Maine’s Public Utilities Commission is authorized to coordinate procurements with other New England states to support regional clean energy initiatives. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: A separate competitive procurement is planned to enhance the viability of existing renewable energy facilities that began operating before June 2019. Additionally, the bill allows the Governor’s Energy Office to charge a special assessment to utilities to fund these procurement activities and authorizes rules to implement and regulate the updated system. The legislation marks a significant step toward Maine’s long-term climate goals and bolsters efforts to transition to a clean, resilient energy system.

Verra has officially launched the world’s first carbon credit methodology aimed at accelerating the retirement of coal plants and replacing them with renewable energy. Developed with the Coal to Clean Credit Initiative (CCCI), the new rules allow the issuance of "transition credits" based on avoided emissions, using a plant’s expected lifetime as the baseline. Critically, at least 2% of expected revenues must be allocated to supporting a just transition for affected workers and communities. This methodology, now applicable to both regulated and deregulated electricity markets, is a key tool for financing early coal closures—an urgent need for achieving global climate goals. A 246 MW coal plant in the Philippines will be the first to pilot the framework, aiming to cut millions of tonnes of CO₂ emissions by retiring a decade earlier than planned. While transition credits open new opportunities, they also face scrutiny regarding additionality and integrity. The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) will review methodologies under its Core Carbon Principles framework to ensure credibility.

Transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy technologies by 2060 could significantly enhance energy security and reduce trade risks for most nations, according to a new study published by Stanford University in Nature Climate Change.   The research found that while clean energy systems require critical minerals like lithium, nickel, cobalt, copper, and rare earth elements—primarily concentrated in the Global South—the shift away from imported fossil fuels overall improves energy security. Even countries with vast fossil fuel reserves, such as the United States, could benefit if they cultivate broader trade partnerships.   Researchers developed a new "trade risk index" to assess vulnerabilities tied to resource imports across 1,092 net-zero emissions scenarios modeled by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). They concluded that maintaining current trade networks would, on average, lower trade-related risks by 19%, while expanding trade networks could reduce them by half.   The study highlighted that strategies like improving recycling rates for critical minerals and developing less material-intensive technologies could further decrease trade risks, especially for mineral-poor nations. For the U.S., quadrupling current recycling rates could cut trade risks by more than 50%.   While most countries would see improvements, fossil fuel-dependent nations such as Russia and Saudi Arabia could experience declines in energy security under net-zero transitions. The study reinforces the need for diversification in resource supply chains and suggests that renewable energy sources like wind could deliver higher security benefits compared to solar under current trade conditions.   Researchers emphasized that countries aggressively cutting fossil fuel use tend to achieve the greatest energy security improvements, underscoring the broad benefits of accelerating decarbonization efforts globally.