‘Independent’ auditors overvalue credits of carbon projects, study finds

Mongabay
Sep 8, 2025, 4:06 pm187 ptsTrendingTop
When questions arise about the integrity of carbon credits, project developers often point to one key safeguard: independent auditors who validate their credit claims. However, new research from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School suggests these auditors may not be as independent as they appear —…

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