Position and Discussion Papers

IETA frequently produces a variety of policy position and discussion papers to explain and advocate our stance on important and timely global carbon market matters.

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  • The Article 6 Opportunity for Canada: Blueprint to International Carbon Market Cooperation

    14.09.23

  • IETA position paper: Developing an effective carbon market framework towards the achievement of net-zero in India

    14.09.23

  • IETA White Paper: Valuing REDD+ activities: key differences between market-based credits & results-based payments

    Valuing REDD+ activities: key differences between market-based credits & results-based payments

    20.04.23

  • Carbon Contracts for Difference: Development Considerations for Canada

    This White Paper aims to inform future development of domestic carbon  contracts, underscoring the necessary considerations to accommodate  Canada’s unique – but still quite disparate and complex – carbon pollution pricing landscape. 

    01.02.23

  • IETA article on market access in the EU ETS

    EU institutions, stakeholders and experts agree that the EU’s carbon market should serve as the centrepiece of Europe’s decarbonisation efforts. To reach enhanced climate ambition for 2030, the EU needs a well-functioning carbon market fostering cost-efficient emission reductions. However, this role has just been cast into doubt. This article, written by IETA CEO Dirk Forrister, explains why restricting access to the EU ETS would have negative impacts on the market.

    Please find the article here.

    07.06.23

  • IETA Article 6 Discussion Paper on How Governments Can Implement NDCs Cooperatively and Encourage Private Sector Investment

    04.06.22

  • IETA Position Paper: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

    28.10.20

  • IETA’s Net Zero Position Paper – “Meeting the EU’s Climate Ambitions: The Evolution of Carbon Pricing to 2050”

    08.09.20

  • IETA Council sets Net Zero vision, highlights value of markets

    05.06.20