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Carbon Frontiers 2025 Episode 6 | Belinda Ellington, Principal, Ellington Resolution + Senior Advisor, IETA + Former MD, Global Head of Commodities Legal, Citi
Mar 15, 2025
Belinda Ellington, Principal at Ellington Resolution and Senior Advisor at IETA, shares her extensive expertise in carbon markets and sustainable finance. She discusses the essential need for transparency and legal frameworks in voluntary carbon markets to enhance carbon finance. Belinda highlights the complexities buyers face, including issues of integrity and greenwashing. She emphasizes classifying carbon credits as commodities and the role of advanced technology like blockchain in boosting market trust. It’s a compelling exploration of the future of carbon markets!
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Quick takeaways
- Establishing a clear legal framework for verified carbon credits is essential to enhance trust and facilitate carbon finance flows.
- The ambiguity in the classification of carbon credits significantly hampers financial institutions' ability to engage with carbon markets effectively.
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The Need for Clarity in Carbon Markets
Clarity in the carbon markets is essential for fostering transparency and building trust among participants. This involves understanding what verified carbon credits are and the legal implications surrounding their ownership and trade. Transparency is crucial to ensure that buyers are confident in the legitimacy and value of the credits they purchase, especially given recent concerns about potential fraud and the integrity of carbon offset projects. Establishing a clear legal framework will facilitate carbon finance flows and enable effective participation in these markets.
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