The report develops an assessment framework that policy makers can use to determine whether offsets can add value while ensuring the environmental integrity of a compliance system.
The report analyzes, by looking back at existing compliance systems in the EU, Alberta, Australia, Colombia and Japan, the conditions under which offsets can add value to the compliance system without undermining its environmental integrity.
Update on Market Mechanisms in the Latest NDC Submission
The research paper examines how Parties position themselves on market mechanisms in the latest NDCs. Article 6 of the Paris Agreement establishes two approaches for market-based cooperation in the context of NDC attainment.
Will there be crediting of forestry activities under Article 6?
This Carbon Mechanisms policy paper analyses the decisions on Article 6 taken by Parties at COP26 and what they might imply for implementing market-based forestry activities.
UBA report on the use of allowances for voluntary compensation
This report analyzes the merits and challenges of emission allowances (allowances) from emissions trading systems (ETS) as an alternative source of supply for voluntary offsetting of greenhouse gas emissions.
The updated study provides an overview of Article 6 pilot projects
This report is the 3rd edition of a series started in 2019 and provides an updated overview of all aspects related to Article 6 piloting and its operationalisation.
This report looks at the future of the voluntary carbon market and examines the respective strengths and weaknesses of various design options currently under discussion.
Report on the potential supply of pre-2020 credits
This paper presents an updated analysis of the potential supply of CERs issued for emission reductions occurring in the second commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol between 1 January 2013 and 31 December 2020 based on a selection of possible restrictions for their transition.
