The Dynamics, Challenges, and Opportunities of Voluntary Carbon Markets
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- Jan 19, 2024
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Written By: Lasse Bøgh Enevoldsen
Published: January 19th, 2024
In a world besieged by climate change, the imperative for collective action has never been more urgent. From escalating global temperatures to unprecedented natural disasters, the call for world powers to unite in a concerted effort to save the planet is stark. Amid this crisis, examining planetary boundaries is crucial; these thresholds define Earth’s safe operating space for humanity. Breaching these limits profoundly impacts us all, causing disruptions in ecosystems, biodiversity loss, and the depletion of essential resources with reverberations felt globally.
Amid these pressing environmental challenges, it is evident that the call for sustainable solutions has reached a critical juncture. This urgency is particularly highlighted in the aftermath of COP28, where Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCMs) took center stage amid leaders’ reluctance over fraud and credibility concerns. The VCM which in previous years was forecasted to experience rapid growth in market size have experienced stagnation. Navigating through this tumult, the path toward a sustainable future is marked by challenges that demand exploration and understanding.
The concept of VCM emerged as a hopeful solution, initially envisioned to mitigate climate change and help to keep the Earth within its planetary boundaries. This article explores the dynamics, challenges, and opportunities of VCM, shedding light on regenerative finance (ReFi), the nuanced interplay between finance and sustainability. Additionally, it delves into how regulatory and technological advancements can impact VCM integrity and foster growth.
