Guyana, a developing country in South America with a population of only 800,000, has stimulated its economy through a massive fossil fuel discovery over the past five years. Through its vast forestation, Guyana also generates revenue by selling carbon credits. This unique interplay between forest preservation and fossil fuel extraction raises concerns over the current international framework surrounding carbon emissions. Volume XLVII staff editor Matthew Haag argues that the International Panel on Climate Change should update their methodology and explores the implications of these changes.
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