Voluntary Carbon Markets

Author : Ricardo Bayon,Amanda Hawn,Katherine Hamilton
Publisher : Earthscan
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781849773720

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Voluntary Carbon Markets by Ricardo Bayon,Amanda Hawn,Katherine Hamilton Pdf

The world carbon market is growing at a staggering rate with trading volumes into the tens of billions of dollars and approaching a billion tonnes of carbon dioxide. The growth prospects for business are enormous and the potential positive impacts for greenhouse gas emission reductions, climate policy options, renewable energy investment, development projects and efficiency gains are increasingly apparent.A key part of the market in greenhouse gas emissions is the rapidly growing voluntary carbon market driven by companies, organizations and individuals committed to efficiency, profitability and rapid action on climate change. HSBC, Volvo, Avis, Ricoh and American Express are but a few of the many companies now offsetting their greenhouse gas emissions and becoming 'carbon neutral', fuelling an international voluntary carbon market that is growing exponentially. This groundbreaking business book, written in a fast-paced journalistic style, draws together all the key information on international voluntary carbon markets with commentary from leading practitioners and business people. The voluntary market is complex, fragmented and multi-layered, but it is beginning to consolidate around a few guiding practices and business models from which conclusions can be drawn about market direction and opportunities.The book covers all aspects of voluntary carbon markets around the world: what they are, how they work and, most critically, their business potential to help slow climate change. It is the indispensable guide for anyone seeking to understand voluntary carbon markets and capitalize on the opportunities they present for economic and environmental benefit. If you want to be ahead of the curve for the next big thing, you need this book.

Author : Nadaa Taiyab
Publisher : IIED
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Emissions trading
ISBN : 9781843695820

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Exploring the Market for Voluntary Carbon Offsets by Nadaa Taiyab Pdf

Explores the potential for financing small-scale high-benefit sustainable development projects through the voluntary and retail sector of the carbon market.

Author : Arnaud Brohé,Nick Eyre,Nicholas Howarth
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2012-05-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136570230

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Carbon Markets by Arnaud Brohé,Nick Eyre,Nicholas Howarth Pdf

Winner of the Choice Outstanding Academic Titles of 2010 award. This book is a comprehensive and accessible guide to understanding the opportunities offered by regulated and voluntary carbon markets for tackling climate change. Coverage includes: - An overview of the problem of climate change, with a concise review of the most recent scientific evidence in different fields - A highly accessible introduction to the economic theory and different constitutive elements of a carbon allowances market - Explanation of the Kyoto Protocol and its flexibility mechanisms - Explanation of how the EU Emissions Trading Scheme works in practice - Ongoing developments in regulated carbon markets in the US - Up-to-the-minute coverage of regulated carbon markets in Australia - Developments in New Zealand and Japan - Carbon offsetting and voluntary carbon markets. Combining theoretical aspects with practical applications, this book is for business leaders, financiers, carbon traders, lawyers, bankers, researchers, policy makers and anyone interested in market mechanisms to mitigate climate change. The carbon emissions resulting from the production of this book have been calculated, reduced and offset to render the bookcarbon neutral. Published with CO2 Neutral

Author : Kathleen Leonard
Publisher : Diplomica Verlag
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2009-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783836678575

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Quality Enhancement in Voluntary Carbon Markets by Kathleen Leonard Pdf

Climate change is the major challenge of the 21st century. In order to mitigate global warming, atmospheric carbon dioxide has to be reduced dramatically. Via instruments designed by the soon expiring Kyoto Protocol and different other measures, the international community aims to realise this carbon reduction. Experts speak of carbon markets. Where companies, organisations and individuals are seeking to neutralise their carbon footprints, financial actors are making enormous profits. But whom does this market really serve? Economy, environment or both? This study intends to increase the understanding of such markets and to analyse strengths and weaknesses for defining possible quality actions. Firstly, an overview of presently existing and developing carbon markets, their differentiation and locations will provide basic comprehension of the current status of carbon trading. Questions about the role of the US or developing nations like China and India will be answered. Who is forerunner in this market? Afterwards, this work will concentrate on non-binding or so called voluntary carbon transactions. The reader will learn about the supply structure of non-compliance carbon trading and market drivers. Major project types will be discussed as well. Furthermore, the question will be raised if offsetting or voluntary carbon trading has an effect on global warming, if it improves the situation - or not. After analysing market structures and participants' motivations, the author will have a closer look on criticism and markets weaknesses, before introducing quality mechanisms. What instruments will open the carbon market for mainstream participants? Which structural changes are necessary to enhance quality in this nascent market? An outlook will be given on how the voluntary carbon market most probably develops. Finally, the reader will be acquainted with voluntary carbon markets and may decide weather or not they are an option to counteract climate change, the major chall

Author : Ben Vickers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Carbon dioxide mitigation
ISBN : MINN:31951D03582426C

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Community Guidelines for Accessing Forestry Voluntary Carbon Markets by Ben Vickers Pdf

Author : Elizabeth Harris
Publisher : IIED
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Carbon dioxide mitigation
ISBN : 9781843696766

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The voluntary carbon offsets market: An analysis of market characteristics and opportunities for sustainable development by Elizabeth Harris Pdf

Author : Alastair Marke,Michael Mehling,Fabiano de Andrade Correa
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2022-08-25
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781108911443

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Governing Carbon Markets with Distributed Ledger Technology by Alastair Marke,Michael Mehling,Fabiano de Andrade Correa Pdf

Carbon markets involve complex governance challenges, such as ensuring transparency of emissions, facilitating as well as recording transactions, overseeing market activity and preventing abuse. Conventionally, these have been addressed with a combination of regulatory, procedural and technical structures that impose significant burdens on market participants and administrators while remaining vulnerable to system shocks and illicit practices. Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) has the potential to address these problems. This volume offers the first book-length exploration of how carbon markets can be governed using DLT, offering conceptual and theoretical analysis, practical case studies, and a roadmap for implementation of a DLT-based architecture in major existing and emerging carbon markets. It surveys existing expertise on distributed ledger technology, provides progress updates from industry professionals, and shows how this technology could offer a cost-effective and sustainable solution to double-counting and other governance concerns identified as major challenges in the implementation of carbon markets.

Author : Ahonen, Hanna-Mari,Berninger, Kati,Keßler, Juliana,Möllersten, Kenneth,Spalding-Fecher, Randall,Tynkkynen, Oras
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2022-11-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789289374590

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Harnessing voluntary carbon markets for climate ambition by Ahonen, Hanna-Mari,Berninger, Kati,Keßler, Juliana,Möllersten, Kenneth,Spalding-Fecher, Randall,Tynkkynen, Oras Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2022-563/ An increasing number of non-state actors are taking steps towards and beyond carbon neutrality and making claims about their contribution to global climate action. The voluntary use of carbon credits is one way to support more, earlier and faster climate action than what would be possible with own emission reductions alone, if high environmental and social integrity is ensured. The Nordic Dialogue on Voluntary Compensation brought together Nordic stakeholders to co-create guidance for the robust voluntary use of carbon credits in line with the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Agenda. This report summarises Nordic perspectives on best practice for the voluntary use of carbon credits and related claims, and recommendations for further Nordic cooperation in this field.

Author : Sampo Seppänen,Nordic Council of Ministers
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 103 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2013-03-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789289325332

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Demand in a Fragmented Global Carbon Market by Sampo Seppänen,Nordic Council of Ministers Pdf

The global carbon market currently faces a deep demand crisis. The consequent price fall reduces the incentive to make low-carbon investments and thus increases the risk of locking in carbon-intensive infrastructure. The global carbon market relies on ambitious climate policy and consists of a mosaic of different schemes. Despite the current lack of ambitious global climate policy, various market-based approaches are emerging around the world, indicating increasing scope and fragmentation of the carbon markets. This report, conducted by GreenStream together with Climate Focus, analyses the status and outlook of global carbon markets and identifies measures and circumstances how new demand for carbon credits could be created to strengthen global efforts to limit the global average temperature rise to 2êC, taking into account the trend towards fragmentation of carbon markets.

Author : Dr. Chirag Bhimani
Publisher : OrangeBooks Publication
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-04-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Navigating Sustainable Seas - A Comprehensive Guide to Carbon Markets and Trading by Dr. Chirag Bhimani Pdf

In today's fast-paced world, the environment has become a primary concern for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. With the rising urgency to combat climate change, carbon markets and trading have emerged as essential tools in the fight for a sustainable future. This book aims to provide a deep understanding of the complexities and opportunities surrounding carbon markets, specifically tailored to the needs of both novice and experienced professionals. As it is important that businesses remain at the forefront of carbon markets and trading, it is imperative to equip professionals with a comprehensive understanding of this dynamic landscape. This book seeks to be an indispensable resource that empowers readers to navigate the complexities of carbon markets, seize investment opportunities, and contribute to a more sustainable future for all.

Author : Fariborz Zelli,Karin Bäckstrand,Naghmeh Nasiritousi,Jakob Skovgaard,Oscar Widerberg
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781108484817

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Governing the Climate-Energy Nexus by Fariborz Zelli,Karin Bäckstrand,Naghmeh Nasiritousi,Jakob Skovgaard,Oscar Widerberg Pdf

Analysing the interactions between institutions in the climate change and energy nexus, including the consequences for their legitimacy and effectiveness. Prominent researchers from political science and international relations compare three policy domains: renewable energy, fossil fuel subsidy reform, and carbon pricing. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

Author : Regina Betz,Axel Michaelowa,Paula Castro,Raphaela Kotsch,Michael Mehling,Katharina Michaelowa,Andrea Baranzini
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2022-10-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781009216494

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The Carbon Market Challenge by Regina Betz,Axel Michaelowa,Paula Castro,Raphaela Kotsch,Michael Mehling,Katharina Michaelowa,Andrea Baranzini Pdf

Carbon markets – both emission trading systems and baseline and credit systems – are an increasingly common policy instrument being introduced to address climate change mitigation. However, their design is crucial to ensure that they deliver cost-effective emission reductions while maintaining environmental integrity. This Element puts together a comprehensive, principle-based overview of the risks and abuses to environmental integrity and cost effectiveness that have emerged for carbon markets at all jurisdictional levels around the world, provides concrete examples, and offers effective policy and governance solutions to overcome such risks. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

Author : Jonathan L. Ramseur
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 143793790X

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Voluntary Carbon Offsets by Jonathan L. Ramseur Pdf

Businesses and individuals are buying carbon offsets to reduce their ¿carbon footprint¿ or to categorize an activity as ¿carbon neutral.¿ Contents of this report: (1) Introduction; (2) What are Carbon Offsets?; (3) Carbon Offset Integrity Issues: Additionality; Measurement Challenges: Baseline Determination; Double Counting; Permanence; (4) Carbon Offset Types and Potential Integrity Concerns: Biological Sequestration; Renewable Energy Projects; Energy Efficiency; Reduction of Non-CO2 Emissions from Specific Sources; (5) The Size of the Voluntary Carbon Offset Market: Over-the-Counter (Retail) Offsets; Chicago Climate Exchange; (6) Assessment of Carbon Offset Sellers; (7) Conclusions. Charts and tables.

Author : Michiel Arnoldus,Roger Bymolt
Publisher : Kit Pub
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Carbon dioxide mitigation
ISBN : 9460221823

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Demystifying Carbon Markets by Michiel Arnoldus,Roger Bymolt Pdf

Setting up a social and environmentally sustainable business is hard work. Most entrepreneurs struggle to raise investment capital and make a small profit. Carbon credits can be a welcome source of additional revenue for those businesses and projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But where do you start? Practical information that is easy to apply to your specific situation is hard to find. The information you can find is often either too general, or full of complicated terminology. Hiring an expert is risky without an indication of whether you will be able to earn the money back. As a result many entrepreneurs are discouraged and never properly explore the possibilities of carbon credits, or get stuck somewhere in the process. This book is a beginner s guide for entrepreneurs who want to assess whether they can generate additional revenue with carbon credits. It provides a concise overview of the basics of carbon credits with a minimum of jargon, and illustrated with practical examples from real cases. Topics include: What are carbon credits? What are the basic requirements for a business or project to produce carbon credits? Where and how are they sold? What are the current prices and what influences these? Who are the different players in the industry, and what do they do? What are the different steps in the development of a carbon offset project? How do I choose a certification standard? How can I estimate the amount of carbon credits and revenue I can generate? This book addresses these questions in a way that is relevant to a wide variety of project types. Particular attention is given to the challenges of smaller projects in developing countries as well as forestry, agroforestry and biofuel projects."

Author : Radha Purswani
Publisher : SBS Publishers
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Carbon
ISBN : 8131427080

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Carbon Trading by Radha Purswani Pdf

CONTENTS: Demystifying Carbon Trading: The Market Based Mechanism; An Insight into Carbon Trading: Understanding the Behavior of Emissions Market with a Financial Perspective; Carbon Credits - An Introduction; The Voluntary Carbon Market: Current & Future Market Status, and Implications for Development Benefits; Getting Carbon Offsets Right: A Business Brief on Engaging Offset Providers; Carbon Trading : Theory and Practice; The Carbon Credits Price Dynamics in Evolving Carbon Markets; The Value of Carbon Credits: Is there a Final Answer?; Carbon Funds: In the Driver's Seat; Personal Carbon Trading: The Idea, its Development and Design; Emissions Trading Versus CO2 Taxes; Auctioning of CO2 Emission Allowances in the EU ETS; The UK Emissions Trading Scheme; Improving Environmental Quality Through Carbon Trading; The Problem of Maintaining Emission "Caps" in Carbon Trading Programs: Without Federal Government Involvement - A Brief Examination of the Chicago Climate Exchange and the Northeast Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative; Carbon Trading in the US: The Hibernating Giant; Carbon Trading in India: An Insider's View.