The Winner

President Santiago Peña enacts Paraguay’s landmark Carbon Credit Law

A Carbon Positive Award winner is any organisation—public or private—that has demonstrated genuine leadership in decarbonisation through action, not words. They span the full carbon economy: buyers, developers, investors, standard-setters, and responsible consumers. What unites them is a shared resolve to turn intention into measurable, positive change. Their leadership is defined not by the scale of their operations, but by the power of their example. Through transparency, strategic vision, and human responsibility, they set a benchmark for progress.

Whether advancing nature-based solutions, enabling carbon removal technologies, or shaping climate policy, their work creates a ripple effect—inspiring peers, influencing markets, and encouraging broader adoption of sustainable practices across borders. By acting with integrity and foresight, these winners contribute to a stronger, more credible carbon market. They demonstrate that responsible decarbonisation is not only compatible with success but essential to it. Their influence extends far beyond their own footprint, shaping the behaviour of others and elevating standards across the entire ecosystem.