Earth Security – Unlocking the Blue Carbon Premium, 2025

The main theme of the report is the exploration of the potential of 'blue carbon' and its role in changing the value of carbon credits.

Key findings include: Blue carbon projects face economic barriers such as high development costs and complex implementation conditions. The carbon credit market is changing: there is an increasing number of corporate buyers willing to pay a premium for high-quality credits. A new approach is needed that recognizes and values the full range of ecosystem services provided by blue carbon projects. Introduction of the 'Blue Carbon Premium' concept as a practical framework for positioning blue carbon credits as premium assets.