Kenya's multi-billion shilling carbon market revenue is under threat as global buyers, led by Microsoft, tighten standards for carbon credits, prioritizing integrity and transparency over volume.

• Kenya's current carbon market is valued at approximately Sh80 billion, with projections to reach Sh580 billion by 2032.
• Microsoft, a major corporate buyer, is demanding high-integrity carbon removals with strict monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV).
• Experts warn that failing to meet these upgraded integrity standards could lead to Kenya losing market access and significant value in the growing green investment sector.