Anew Climate has issued over 85,000 metric tons of premium carbon credits to JPMorganChase, marking a significant advancement in forest carbon accounting. The credits originate from the Little Bear Forestry Project, a 38,536-acre expanse in the Appalachian Mountains managed by Aurora Sustainable Lands.
Developed under the American Carbon Registry’s latest methodology, the project utilise dynamic baselining. This advanced approach uses remote sensing, satellite tracking, and machine learning via Anew’s Epoch platform to ensure climate benefits reflect real-world management rather than static assumptions. This high-integrity strategy supports Aurora’s focus on climate-adaptive silviculture and long-term forest health over traditional commercial timber activities.
Joshua Strauss, President of Environmental Products at Anew Climate, said, “This transaction reflects where the carbon market is heading. Leading buyers are increasingly prioritizing CCP-aligned methodologies and dynamic baselines that stand up to the highest scrutiny. Anew and Aurora are thrilled to be at the vanguard of this market and able to provide JPMorganChase, and other discerning buyers, with these premium quality credits.”
The deal underscores a shift in the voluntary carbon market toward transparency and durability. By providing an alternative revenue stream, the project allows the landowner to prioritise conservation, habitat enhancement, and water quality.
Taylor Wright, Head of Operational Sustainability at JPMorganChase, said, “We were excited to add credits from the Little Bear Forestry Project to our carbon removal portfolio. The dynamic baselining provides meaningful evidence that these credits meet a high threshold for quality, supporting our interests as both a buyer and as a steward of market integrity.”
Jamie Houston, CEO of Aurora Sustainable Lands, added, “Little Bear shows the positive impact of climate-focused forest management. Our nature-based approach with a carbon stewardship goal offers real climate benefits, while also safeguarding species diversity, habitat, water quality, and ecosystem integrity.”
