How Atmospheric Carbon Monitoring is Revolutionizing Land Use Management
February 2025
By Ellen Young
February 26th, 2025
In partnership with the International Carbon Registry (ICR), CarbonSpace developed the M-ICR009 methodology for atmospheric monitoring of land use management. Our world-first methodology underwent a public consultation from January-February 2025, where we received feedback from industry leaders and fellow practitioners.
On February 5th, ICR and CarbonSpace collaborated to introduce the M-ICR009 methodology to the public and take questions via a live webinar, which you can watch in full below.
On February 5th, ICR and CarbonSpace collaborated to introduce the M-ICR009 methodology to the public and take questions via a live webinar, which you can watch in full below.
Watch the Full Webinar Below
The M-ICR009 methodology is an innovative approach that uses Net Ecosystem Exchange (NEE) to comprehensively measure carbon emissions and sequestration.
Key Takeaways
Looking Ahead
The M-ICR009 methodology is setting new standards in carbon monitoring, helping organizations take informed and accountable steps toward sustainability. For more insights, explore the recording and discover how atmospheric carbon monitoring is reshaping land use management.
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Key Takeaways
- What is M-ICR009? The methodology captures total carbon flux using atmospheric measurements and machine learning, offering more accurate and scalable data than traditional methods.
- Why NEE? Unlike measuring separate carbon pools, NEE provides a holistic view of carbon balance at the ecosystem level, enabling more reliable carbon baselines and tracking improvements over time.
- Real-World Impact: A case study in Malaysia demonstrated how restoring illegally deforested land with forest gardening improved carbon sequestration rates from +5 tCO2/ha/year to -25 tCO2/ha/year.
- Global Reach: With over 3.5 million hectares monitored across 70+ projects in 41 countries, CarbonSpace’s technology is driving measurable climate action worldwide.
Looking Ahead
The M-ICR009 methodology is setting new standards in carbon monitoring, helping organizations take informed and accountable steps toward sustainability. For more insights, explore the recording and discover how atmospheric carbon monitoring is reshaping land use management.
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Photograph: Lee Scott