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Chief Justice Martha Koome has emphasised the need for courts to remain alert when dealing with land and carbon rights, ensuring communities benefit fairly and environmental impacts are monitored.<\/p>\n

Communities that earn a living by selling carbon credits have been briefed on the ongoing review of carbon standards by Verra, the world\u2019s leading carbon crediting programme.<\/p>\n

To read the full article by Mary Wambui of The Eastleigh Voice click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Chief Justice Martha Koome has emphasised the need for courts to remain alert when dealing with land and carbon rights, ensuring communities benefit fairly and environmental impacts are monitored. 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