Join us for a breakfast panel on one of the most immediate and overlooked climate solutions: soil. In partnership with Agreena, we will explore how soil carbon can deliver measurable, cost-effective emissions reductions and removals, while supporting farmers, nature and society at large.

Our experts will unpack the science of soil carbon, reveal how AI-powered dMRV is revolutionising measurement accuracy at scale while reducing costs, and explain how robust standards are building market credibility. From the field to the boardroom, we’ll discuss what’s driving real investment in soil, the vital role of farmers, and why the benefits go far beyond carbon alone.

This event is delivered in partnership with Agreena. 

Event Schedule:

8:30am: Join us for tea, coffee and breakfast

9:00am: Panel discussion begins

10:30am: Panel discussion ends, stay for breakfast and networking

12:00pm: Event ends

Speakers:

Kanika Chandaria is Head of Global Marketing & Communications at Agreena, where she leads brand, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement to scale regenerative agriculture and nature-based climate solutions. She previously co-founded BCG Green Ventures, working with startups, corporates, and investors to accelerate climate solutions across carbon markets, energy storage, circular fashion, and sustainable food systems. Kanika is passionate about scaling solutions that deliver co-benefits and address the interconnected climate and nature crises, and regularly speaks on regenerative agriculture, natural capital, and the power of cross-sector collaboration to drive change.

Marcus-Alexander Neil is the Global Senior Carbon Commercial Lead at Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC). He helps organisations from all sectors meet their decarbonisation, net-zero and ESG targets through engagement with the voluntary carbon market, ultimately delivering outstanding benefits for climate, nature and people. Given LDC’s global soft commodities footprint (including but not limited to coffee, cotton, rice, juices, and grains), regenerative agriculture and other nature-based removals projects within or tangential to these supply chains are a specific area of focus, and provide opportunities for value chain emissions reductions for LDC’s textiles, food and beverage customers.

Thomas Gent is the Co-Founder of Gentle Farming and farms with his family on their 800-hectare arable farm in the UK, pioneering regenerative agriculture since 2008. With over 17 years of experience, their farm is a model for improving soil health and building resilience to climate change. Thomas founded the award-winning Gentle Farming brand to share their journey and promote regenerative practices. He collaborates with farmers, corporates, and partners to scale regenerative agriculture and champion farmers’ role in environmental solutions. Thomas also participates in Agreena’s soil carbon programme, providing real-world insight into carbon farming.

Roberta McDonald is a Sustainable Agriculture Leader with over a decade of experience enhancing sustainability in agriculture. As Head of Program at Agreena in Copenhagen, she leads the science, standards and data quality teams in the development of certified carbon farming solutions. Her background includes roles at Devenish and Aurivo Dairy Co-op in Ireland, focusing on innovative solutions and farmer-led initiatives. With a Nuffield scholarship, PhD in Agricultural Sciences and a strong connection to her dairy farm upbringing, Roberta is dedicated to empowering farmers and advancing sustainable food systems.

Mandy Rambharos is the Chief Executive Officer of Verra, the world’s leading standard for the voluntary carbon market. With over 20 years in the energy and climate sectors, she is a recognised leader in global climate cooperation and just energy transitions. Previously, she was VP for Global Climate Cooperation at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and led climate policy engagement under the Paris Agreement. At Eskom, she developed its just transition strategy and helped establish the landmark Just Energy Transition Partnership at COP26. Mandy also co-chaired negotiations on Article 6, shaping international carbon markets under the Paris Agreement.