Carbon market essentials

Learn the fundamentals

Learn more about carbon credits, ACCUs and the Australian carbon market in our interview with Thomas Shröder from South Pole.

What is a Carbon Project?

A carbon project is a project with the objective of lowering or removing greenhouse gases from the environment. These initiatives can be undertaken in a variety of ways, such as reforestation efforts or projects to trap and store greenhouse gases. Selling carbon credits is a common way to finance carbon initiatives. The money made from the selling of carbon credits can be used to finance carbon-related projects.

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What are Carbon Credits?

A carbon credit represents the removal or avoidance of 1 tonne of carbon dioxide being released into the atmosphere. A value is assigned to each tonne removed or avoided. Businesses are able to purchase carbon credits to offset their own emissions. The ultimate goal is to achieve a net zero state, where all emissions are offset by carbon capture initiatives.

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Investing in Australian Carbon Tokens

The Australian Carbon Token (BCAU) is a digital token, notionally backed by Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs). BCAUs can be bought and sold easily and transparently.

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The Australian Carbon Market Explained

The market is growing quickly as the government and businesses increase their efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Here's a brief overview of how it works:

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What are Carbon Credits and Carbon Offsets

As governments and businesses around the world pledge to decrease greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, carbon credit markets are emerging to help meet these goals. Here’s what you need to know about Australian carbon credits.

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Carbon Credits in Australia

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What the world is saying about carbon markets

BetaCarbon launches the Australian Carbon Token

BetaCarbon launched its blockchain-supported carbon trading platform that company founder and CEO Guy Dickinson say is capitalising on ‘massive tailwinds’ driving the sector.

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Former regulator Crennan backs BetaCarbon launch

BetaCarbon's platform is nearing a launch, offering investors tokens that represent Australian carbon credits to increase access to the Australian carbon market.

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DigitalX and BetaCarbon deliver Indigenous Australian Carbon Token

Guy Dickinson has warned investors to perform their due diligence on environmental and governance issues before investing in crypto.

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Coinspot lists Australian Carbon Token

CoinSpot, Australia’s leading digital currency exchange, has announced the listing of the Australian Carbon Token (BCAU) on its platform, offering customers the opportunity to invest in the emerging asset class of carbon credits.

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ANZ stablecoin A$DC used to buy Australian Carbon Tokens

ANZ Bank’s stablecoin – the A$DC – has been used to buy Australian Carbon Tokens (BCAU), in a deal that points to cryptocurrency playing a central role as new markets drive the energy transition.

BetaCarbon wins Fintech Australia People's Choice Award

BetaCarbon has won Fintech Australia People's Choice Award for Best Emerging Fintech of the Year.

Finder Green Awards 2022

BetaCarbon wins 2022 Finders Awards for Green Innovation and Green Start of the Year

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