Sustainability & Carbon
Businesses and markets focused on removing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change
Management consulting for carbon markets
Achieve the unimaginable
32%
of listed companies have a net zero target
$16T
To achieve 2050 net-zero goals, an estimated $16 trillion in cumulative investment in CO2 removal is required
> 48%
of listed companies have climate targets for 2024
Carbon
Carbon markets trade carbon credits to offset greenhouse gas emissions. They include mandatory compliance markets regulated by governments and voluntary markets for businesses and individuals. Each credit equals one metric ton of CO2. Critics argue effectiveness varies, but both market types are growing.
Key Highlights
- Voluntary carbon markets (VCM) enable entities to purchase credits to offset emissions, supporting projects like direct air capture, biochar, afforestation/reforestation/restoration (ARR), and renewable energy initiatives.
- The mandatory carbon market, such as the EU ETS, sets a cap on greenhouse gas emissions, requiring companies to buy or trade allowances to comply, thus incentivizing emission reductions.