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Catalyzing the next generation of climate markets
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As interest in carbon markets grows—as a way to generate revenue from low-carbon investments or to help meet national climate targets—the World Bank plays an important role in helping countries engage with these markets in ways that support their own priorities, including efforts to meet their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
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Our Mission
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Create an enabling environment for post-2020 carbon markets.
Data Integration
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Facilitate supply of mitigation outcomes.
Global Collaboration
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Facilitate use of climate and carbon finance to leverage private capital.
Stakeholder Engagement
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Test and prototype market infrastructure using new, innovative technologies.
Our Initiatives
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The World Bank Group played a pioneering role in the development of carbon markets under the Kyoto Protocol, and has substantively ramped up its climate commitments since the 2015 Paris Agreement. Leveraging its expertise, convening power and competitive advantage, the Bank Group is committed to continue playing a central role in developing the next generation of climate markets and enhancing its carbon pricing policy development and implementation support to client countries.
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A forward-looking work program that examines trends and potential future gaps
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A forward-looking work program that examines trends and potential future gaps
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Access our comprehensive library of resources, research, and tools to deepen your understanding of climate action and carbon markets.