The Integrity Council at COP29
Mobilising Private Finance for Inclusive Climate Solutions Through
High-Integrity International Carbon Markets
Why High-Integrity International Carbon Markets Matter at COP29
As leaders from across civil society, government, and business gather at COP29, the Integrity Council is committed to strengthening international carbon markets as a crucial tool to meet global climate ambitions.
The need for climate finance has never been more urgent, and high-integrity international carbon markets are key to mobilising private investment at the speed and scale required to bridge the gap between current efforts and the Paris Agreement’s targets.
The Integrity Council’s Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) set the first global standard for verified carbon credits, enabling markets to deliver genuine, measurable, and lasting impacts. Through our work we aim to drive robust climate action while supporting sustainable development and Indigenous Peoples and/or local communities worldwide.
Join us as we lead efforts at COP29 to foster reformed, high-integrity international carbon markets that support an inclusive and resilient climate response.
Integrity Council Events at COP29
Roundtable on effectively and efficiently deploying carbon finance into developing countries in ways that benefit nature and people
When: 12 November 2024
What: The Integrity Council and WWF held an exclusive roundtable discussion examining the pivotal role of voluntary carbon markets (VCMs) in mobilising climate finance for developing countries and local communities. Hosted at COP29 in the Panda Pavilion (Blue Zone), this session offered a unique platform for NGOs and key stakeholders engaged in community-centered climate initiatives.
Delivering High Integrity Carbon Markets – How we unlock finance to accelerate climate action
When: 14 November 2024
What: The Integrity Council, GCMU, and VCMI held an engaging town hall session on advancing reforms in the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM). This event brought together thought leaders and experts to discuss the impact of VCM reforms, particularly for Indigenous Peoples and climate-vulnerable countries, and offered the chance to ask questions.
Meet the Indigenous Peoples and/or local communities VCM Engagement Forum
When: 15 November 2024
What: The Integrity Council hosted an informal breakfast and networking session with the Co-Chairs of the Indigenous Peoples and/or Local Communities Engagement Forum, Onel Masardule (representing Latin America). This event offered a unique opportunity to learn about the Forum’s mission, goals, and its essential role in elevating the voices of Indigenous Peoples and/or local communities in the VCM.
Advancing sustainable development and nature-positive outcomes through high-integrity VCMs
When: 21 November 2024
What: Co-hosted by the Integrity Council and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), this event was held on “Forests and Biodiversity Day”, and provided valuable insights into how high-integrity voluntary carbon markets can drive sustainable development, deliver nature-positive outcomes, and advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Integrity Council at events
Panel: Can emissions trading promote carbon removals?
- When: 12 November
- Where: Italian Pavilion
- Who was speaking: Lorna Ritchie, Director, Public Affairs
The panel discussed how and where carbon removals can fit into the climate policy mix, focusing on the integration of removals into emissions trading systems.
Panel: Navigating net zero and with carbon removals and voluntary strategies
- When: 13 November
- Where: Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard
- Who was speaking: Lorna Ritchie, Director, Public Affairs
A deep dive into the rapid development of the market’s parameters and standards to better understand how carbon markets can drive companies’ net zero ambitions.
Panel: Who watches the watchmen of carbon markets?
- When: 13 November
- Where: Singapore Pavillion
- Who was speaking: Amy Merrill, CEO
The panel discussed the necessity for effective regulatory oversight in fostering the growth and integrity of carbon markets. The discussion also shared insights on the current state of play and the critical levers required for its next stage of growth.
Panel: Corporate road to net-zero: From science to reality
- When: 14 November
- Where: IETA Pavillion
- Who was speaking: Lorna Ritchie, Director, Public Affairs
Reaching net zero requires the commitment of the private sector to align with the Paris Agreement. This event gathered key stakeholders designing and applying frameworks to reach net zero at the organization level to explore solutions to align science with reality.
Fireside chat: The need for and challenges of carbon finance
- When: 14 November
- Where: WWF Panda Pavillion
- Who was speaking: Amy Merrill, CEO
Industry experts discussed the need for credible financial mechanisms, how carbon markets can help build climate resilience, and deliver benefits for people, nature and climate in an effective way.
Panel: Are carbon credits key to net zero?
- When: 16 November
- Who was speaking: Anton Tsvetov, Associate Director for Policy
The panel shared insights around what role should credits play in advancing climate action, how the ICVCM Core Carbon Principles are making a difference, and how high integrity carbon credits can support net zero in the Global South.
COP29 Blog Series
Learn more about the Integrity Council’s role at COP29 and our ongoing work to advance high-integrity international carbon markets.
The Integrity Council at COP29: Leading the way to a high-integrity international carbon market
Indigenous Peoples and local communities must be shareholders in a high-integrity voluntary carbon market
Supporting sustainable development through high-integrity voluntary carbon markets
Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and the Integrity Council’s work
Carbon credits can play an important role in accelerating the energy transition: here’s how….
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