MARKET INSIGHT
Delay in trading under Hanoi Stock Exchange, Vietnam seeks experiences from East Asian carbon markets
Since the release of the long-awaited Decree 119/2025 which fleshes out details related to the establishment and operation of Vietnam’s carbon market on 9 June, the Southeast Asian country has been harnessing efforts in preparing for the pending trading c
September 08, 2025
IETA’s Asia Climate Summit 2025: Regional carbon standard in focus, three trends to watch
The annual Asia Climate Summit (ACS), hosted by the International Emissions Trading Association (IETA), one of the world’s three major carbon market organizations, is among the most influential carbon market gatherings in Asia.
August 01, 2025
Carbon credits as diplomacy: Mapping opportunities in Taiwan’s diplomatic allies
The first part of the article highlighted the potential and pathways for overseas carbon credit development. This second part shifts the focus to Taiwan’s diplomatic allies, exploring how businesses can engage in international climate action.
June 27, 2025
Carbon credits as diplomacy: How Asia-Pacific is redefining market leadership
Asia-Pacific countries are actively competing to become regional hubs for carbon credit trading. For companies, developing carbon projects is not only a new market entry point but also a key strategy for elevating brand value.
April 22, 2025
Post-Carbon Forward Asia: ASEAN carbon market trends and why liquidity is top priority
Carbon Forward Asia concluded its two-day conference in Singapore on March 5, bringing together government officials, corporate leaders, investors and experts to discuss the latest developments in Southeast Asia’s carbon markets.
March 21, 2025
Analysis of the voluntary carbon market: Challenges, trends, and long-term corporate strategies
With a wide array of carbon credit types and price ranges in the market, how can businesses evaluate the benefits and risks of these instruments? This report delves into the evolving dynamics of the voluntary carbon market.
June 24, 2024
The impact of carbon pricing on Taiwan’s cement industry and strategic responses
For Taiwanese businesses, adapting to carbon fee policies and effectively implementing decarbonization strategies has become crucial. The cement industry, a significant contributor to carbon emissions, faces mounting pressure to adapt. This report explore
April 23, 2024
Analysis of carbon credit vintage: Does age really matter?
While Gold Standard (GS) argue that the vintage of carbon credits is not necessarily a priority, others, such as Singapore’s carbon tax system, only permit the use of credits issued from 2021 onwards. Does the age of carbon credits really matter?
March 26, 2024
2024 Carbon Forward Asia: In-depth Analysis
The development of the global carbon market has received widespread attention. On March 7 and 8 in Singapore, the Carbon Forward Asia event gathered industry experts and scholars to discuss the current market situation and future trends. Participants from
March 21, 2024
Carbon Forward Asia: Overview of carbon markets in Asia-Pacific countries
Carbon Forward Asia took place on March 7 in Singapore to delve into carbon markets in the Asia-Pacific region from the perspectives of developers, consultancies, and academics, alongside discussions on the 29th United Nations Climate Summit (COP29), the
March 08, 2024
Greenwashing backlash: Case study of South Pole, Verra
South Pole, the world's leading carbon project developer, was accused in October 2023 by media and internal whistleblowers of overstating the climate benefits of carbon credits generated by its Kariba REDD+ project, a large-scale forest conservation proje
March 07, 2024
Global trend in anti-greenwashing: Government responses and corporate strategies
Greenwashing has been frequently reported in recent years, attracting the attention of governments worldwide. In response, the European Parliament passed the Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive in January, prohibiting companies from us
February 21, 2024