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China tightens polluter rules ahead of carbon market expansion

China has implemented stricter regulations for industrial polluters as part of its national carbon market expansion efforts. These measures include imposing larger fines on entities caught falsifying data related to emissions reductions. The tightening of rules underscores China’s commitment to combatting climate change and ensuring the integrity of its carbon market. By imposing stricter penalties […]

South Pole’s Regional Policy Director: Asia’s carbon markets boost climate ambition

Following the historic Article 6 transaction between Thailand and Switzerland, South Pole’s regional policy director, Karolien Casaer-Diez, offers insights into the potential of carbon markets in Asia to drive significant reductions in carbon emissions. As the region experiences a surge in the adoption of carbon trading mechanisms, coupled with robust regulatory frameworks, there is growing […]