The updated U.S. Landfill Project Protocol Version 5.0 is now available for use

Urban Forest Management Project Protocol Version 1.1 now available

Nitric Acid Production Project Protocol Version 2.2 now available

To learn and engage with climate professionals on climate policy and action happening throughout North America, join us at the North American Carbon World (NACW) 2019 Conference, happening April 24-26 in Los Angeles, California. NACW will address the most pressing issues in climate policy, carbon markets, raising climate ambition and transportation climate solutions. Register now at www.nacwconference.com

To learn and engage with climate professionals on climate policy and action happening throughout North America, join us at the North American Carbon World (NACW) 2019 Conference, happening April 24-26 in Los Angeles, California. NACW will address the most pressing issues in climate policy, carbon markets, raising climate ambition and transportation climate solutions. Register now at www.nacwconference.com

Errata and Clarifications released for the Mexico Forest Protocol Version 1.5

Draft U.S. Landfill Project Protocol Version 5.0 available for public comment – comments due March 12

David Horsey Environment and Climate Cartoons – the Sequel

In 2012, we celebrated two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist and columnist David Horsey’s joining the Los Angeles Times after an extensive run at the Seattle Post-Intelligencer with a blog post featuring some of our favorite environment and climate cartoons. We are excited to follow up with a sequel post sharing additional favorite environment and climate cartoons from David Horsey, now a nationally-syndicated political cartoonist and keynote speaker at NACW 2019.

To view more of his cartoons, check out

Infographic: Achieving Climate Benefits Through Improved Nitrogen Management

In October 2018, the Climate Action Reserve Board of Directors approved the updated Nitrogen Management Project Protocol Version 2.0, which widens the applicability of the protocol to new crops, geographies, and nitrogen management practices. The protocol allows farmers to earn carbon offsets for achieving reductions in nitrous oxide (N₂O) emissions through reductions in nitrogen fertilizer application and application of enhanced efficiency fertilizers on cropland.

Nitrous oxide, a byproduct of fertilizer application on agricultural lands, has a global warming potential 298 times that of carbon dioxide. In the US, agricultural N₂O accounts for 76.7 percent of total N₂O emissions and 4.4 percent of total greenhouse emissions. Our nation’s farmers play a crucial role in providing food for communities across the country, and with our Nitrogen Management Project Protocol, farmers will also be able to play a crucial role in advancing climate solutions.

Learn more about our Nitrogen Management Project Protocol via our infographic below!
(Click here to download the pdf version)

For more information about the protocol, please visit: https://www.climateactionreserve.org/how/protocols/ncs/nitrogen-management/

Join us February 13 to learn about New Opportunities for Accelerating Climate Action through the Climate Forward Program

Check out DTLA staff favorites while attending NACW 2019!

The Climate Action Reserve is excited to welcome NACW 2019 delegates to our hometown of Los Angeles, California. NACW 2019 takes place at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, an iconic LEED Gold-certified skyscraper in the heart of LA’s revitalized downtown. Standing at 934 ft. tall with a 295-foot spire, the tower is the tallest building west of Chicago.

The conference venue is within easy walking distance to many of LA’s best and favorite restaurants, bars, museums, galleries, and attractions. To help you get excited about joining us in Los Angeles, we’re happy to highlight some of the great culture, activities, and eateries in the city! Check out the recommendations below! (Additional recs to be added through April)

	Jeff Goldblum’s jazz show at Rockwell Table and Stage Leave climate denialism to the dinosaurs and join Jeff Goldblum at his Wednesday night jazz show at the Rockwell – a must-see when visiting LA! While this isn’t technically in DTLA, Los Feliz is only a few metro stops away. Tickets sell out fast, so make your plans early! Be prepared for minimal singing with maximum entertainment. –Sarah
	DTLA eateries * Karl Strauss Brewery (casual place for good food and pretty good beer, easy with groups) * Pitchoun! (excellent French bakery. Good breakfast, good lunch, good coffee) * BS Taqueria (Excellent tacos and Mexican food) * Little Sister (Delicious and interesting Vietnamese) * Grand Central Market (Interesting space, excellent food options, really good coffee bar) * KazuNori (The sushi is fantastic, the experience is fun, and the prices are very reasonable) * Sugarfish (Great sushi, convenient location, well-priced prix fixe option) –Max
	LA-vate your networking Broken Shaker, the rooftop bar at the Freehand, offers great views, good food, and a good mix of people. –Craig
	Avid readers and lovers of architecture alike should check out the downtown Central Library and Last Bookstore. The Central Library in downtown Los Angeles is an incredible public library and a major architectural landmark in historic downtown. The library has been designated a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Last Bookstore is one of the largest remaining independent bookstores in the world. It is home to a massive inventory of new, used and rare books, vinyl records and graphic novels, and one can literally get lost perusing the shelves. It’s a treat to visit and you can support an independent bookseller while you get a jump start on your summer reading list. Located in the historic core, a walk to the Last Bookstore provides a built-in architectural walking tour! –Gillian
	Downtown Los Angeles is home to great museums and galleries, including The Broad museum, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), FIDM gallery and Hauser & Wirth gallery. The Broad and MOCA both have fantastic, iconic contemporary pieces in their permanent collections from Basquiat, Rauschenberg, Twombly, Lichtenstein and more – and the museums are conveniently located across the street from one another. Be sure to reserve your ticket to the Broad in advance to avoid the standby line – and get there early to sign up for a timed ticket to the Infinity Mirrored Room! -Rhey
	– Grand Central Market: delicious food – The Broad: awesome art – Hollywood Bowl: great music – In and Out: best Cali burgers – Perch: stunning DTLA views – Tsujita: RAMEN (does one need more reason than that?!) -Cindy
	Seasalt – Close to the conference, it offers fresh seafood choices with gluten-free items marked clearly on the menu. La Tostaderia @ Grand Central Market – Delicious ceviche (the best in downtown, in my opinion) served with crispy tostadas. Cool location too, if you have never been to Grand Central Market. Pour Haus Wine Bar – Really great wine options, intimate bar space, and board games! If you’re undecided, the bartenders know their stuff and can recommend a wine to try. I’d also recommend their roasted zucchini salad, simple salad, and their oxtail tacos. -Heather