RISE and goodcarbon Join Forces to Launch Southeast Asia Carbon Coalition (SEACC)

RISE, a leading innovation-driven company committed to growth and sustainability across Southeast Asia, has partnered with goodcarbon, a climate-focused enterprise based in Berlin, Germany to announce the formation of the Southeast Asia Carbon Coalition (SEACC), to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss. This pioneering coalition is set to spearhead private sector-led initiatives to safeguard and restore ecosystems, while advancing the fight against climate change in Southeast Asia.

With the growing scientific consensus that reducing carbon emissions alone is insufficient to combat climate change, SEACC is stepping up to address two critical areas: (1) accelerating carbon sequestration, and (2) halting biodiversity loss to support a green recovery. Biodiversity loss, which is directly tied to climate change, is one of the greatest threats facing humanity. Technology and innovation, however advanced, cannot replace the  ecosystems we have lost. To confront this challenge, private sector leadership is crucial.

The Mission of SEACC

The Southeast Asia Carbon Coalition aims to empower private businesses to protect and restore nature, reversing decades of ecosystem degradation across the region. SEACC is uniquely positioned to bridge the voluntary carbon markets with targeted nature restoration efforts, building a robust portfolio of high-quality Nature-based Solutions (NBS) that deliver substantial biodiversity impact.

Through Nature-based carbon projects, SEACC will combine proven mechanisms from the voluntary carbon markets with state-of-art conservation efforts. By doing so, it will channel significant financial resources to the protection and restoration of vital ecosystems across Southeast Asia, benefiting both the environment and local communities.

SEACC’s portfolio will feature community centric projects that prioritize biodiversity while ensuring measurable carbon sequestration, contributing to global climate targets and local ecological resilience. As the coalition scales its efforts, it will help shape a sustainable future for Southeast Asia by restoring ecosystems, protecting biodiversity, and building stronger communities. 

Leadership Vision

Dr. Kid Parchariyanon, CEO of RISE, shared his inspiration for the coalition: “I first realized the potential of coalitions during my travels in Europe, where I connected with goodcarbon and learned about their European Advanced Market Coalition. This experience motivated me to collaborate with them to establish the Southeast Asia Carbon Coalition.

“The interconnected challenges of the climate crisis and biodiversity loss demand a unified response. Through this coalition, we are mobilizing the private sector to restore ecosystems and promote a sustainable, low-carbon future. We are thrilled to partner with goodcarbon to drive meaningful change across the region. Our goal is to generate 1% of GDP for Southeast Asia through innovative corporate platforms and to reduce global carbon emissions by 1%. We invite companies from Southeast Asia and beyond to join us in this mission.”

A Call to Action from goodcarbon

David Diallo, CEO of goodcarbon, emphasized the transformative role businesses can play in this endeavor: “We see business as a force for transformation, and Southeast Asian companies prove it every day. Here, businesses don’t just talk — they act. With two-thirds of Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) companies in Asia, the need to move quickly is clear.

“We’re excited to partner with RISE, a SEA-based organization, to drive change in the region. Southeast Asia’s biodiversity hotspots are precious, and its companies are leading the charge to protect them. Companies here are conscious, they are leaders, and we are proud to join forces and co-invest in the Southeast Asia Carbon Coalition (SEACC).”

The Southeast Asia Carbon Coalition represents a significant step forward in the region’s efforts to address environmental challenges. By bringing together private sector leaders and resources, SEACC is poised to make a lasting impact on the fight against climate change and the preservation of biodiversity in Southeast Asia.

Be a Change Leader: Partner with SEACC to Help Shape a Sustainable Future for Southeast Asia

The Southeast Asia Carbon Coalition is calling on businesses and organizations across the region to join forces in creating a sustainable future. If you’re interested in learning more or partnering with SEACC, connect with goodcarbon and RISE to explore opportunities for collaboration.

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Together, we can make a meaningful impact on climate change and biodiversity protection in Southeast Asia. Join us in driving change for a better tomorrow.