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POLL: EU carbon emissions seen modestly lower in 2025 as weather, weak industry offset transport gains
Analysts expect verified emissions covered under the EU ETS were slightly lower in 2025, as subdued industrial activity and continued coal-to-gas switching were counterbalanced by weak renewables output and rising transport demand.
ANALYSIS: From extreme scarcity to buyer uncertainty – is CORSIA’s greater challenge now demand?
After years with only one eligible supply source, credits approved for CORSIA use in its current phase have begun to steadily flow onto the market, reaching above 30 million earlier this year, but in light of an escalating war in the Middle East that has disrupted international air travel and jet fuel flows, as well as a lack of legislated penalties for non-compliance, some participants are now questioning whether the global aviation offsetting scheme has a growing demand problem.
DAILY NEWS TICKER
CP Daily News Ticker: 31 March 2026
The CP Daily News Ticker is a running list of all our news updated in real-time throughout the day. This is also the home to our ‘Bite-sized updates from around the world’, which previously featured in our CP Daily newsletter.
NACW26
California regulator ARB pulls out of carbon market conference at last minute -sources
California state regulators have withdrawn from a major carbon markets conference in San Diego at short notice, Carbon Pulse has learned, raising questions among market participants about the reasons behind the move and the agency’s current posture on engagement with stakeholders.
Methodology “just the starting point” for project developers amid more mature demand, expert says
A project developer’s choice of methodology – once the cornerstone of commoditised carbon markets – is now just one of several rounds of bespoke due diligence processes, an expert said on Tuesday while providing recommendations on how to quicken the process.
Policy key driver in CDR future as voluntary offtakes stutter -analyst
The next decade of carbon removal (CDR) will be driven primarily by policy as the market shifts away from voluntary offtakes, according to an environmental markets analysis firm.
Carbon project financing innovations to mirror models from renewable energy -panel
Carbon removals and avoided emissions projects are showing similar trends to renewable energy projects in their nascency, a panel of financiers said on the first day of the North American Carbon World (NACW) 2026 conference.
EMEA
EU Parliament’s environment committee proposes extending ETS2 MSR to 2035
Lawmakers in the European Parliament environment committee want allowances in the Emissions Trading System for heating and transport (ETS2)’s Market Stability Reserve (MSR) to remain fully valid until 2033, and partially valid until 2035, as part of a draft agreement on amending the supply-controlling mechanism.
Energy-intensive industries urge EU to enact “meaningful” free carbon allocation update
A coalition of 16 European industry groups has urged EU policymakers to ensure that this week’s update to benchmarks that determine free carbon permit allocations for the rest of the decade fully reflects industrial concerns with the bloc’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), warning that the outcome will be critical for investment, competitiveness and climate goals.
EU urged to crack down on ‘opaque’ national ETS revenue spending
The chair of the European Parliament’s environment committee has called for greater transparency on how revenues from the EU’s Emissions Trading System (ETS) are spent at national level, warning that half of the bloc’s countries currently channel the money directly to their general budget, making traceability impossible.
Nine EU states urge overhaul of forest role in post-2030 climate policy
Nine EU countries have urged Brussels to overhaul how forests are treated in the bloc’s post-2030 climate policy, warning that rigid carbon sink targets risk penalising active forest management, which includes thinning and selective harvesting to improve forest resilience.
Oil and gas majors face 7-Mt delivery gap on EU’s CO2 storage target, report finds
The EU’s obligation on oil and gas companies to provide 50 million tonnes of CO2 storage capacity each year as of 2030 is already driving project development, but weak enforcement at national levels threatens the bloc’s objective, according to a new tracker released on Tuesday.
Euro Markets: EUAs shrug off volatility to post 3.2% monthly gain ahead of EU reform proposals
European carbon prices recorded a 3.2% monthly gain in March, but were still 17% down for the year to date, with prices ending Tuesday marginally higher as traders continued to await the European Commission’s publication of proposed reforms to the market’s supply adjustment mechanism.
Comoros aims to reduce emissions 57% by 2035, helped by Article 6
The Union of Comoros has submitted its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, pledging to cut greenhouse gas emissions 57% by 2035 compared with business-as-usual (BAU), using international carbon market finance to help meet the goal.
EU carbon market could drive 60-126 Mt of removals annually by 2050 -report
Integrating carbon removal (CDR) into the EU’s Emissions Trading System (ETS) could incentivise tens of millions of tonnes of CO2 removals annually by mid-century, according to a new study released on Tuesday.
EU grid bottlenecks jeopardise 120 GW of planned renewables by 2030, study finds
At least 120 GW of planned renewables expansion across the EU risks not coming online by 2030 due to a shortfall in grid capacity, according to a report by an energy think tank.
Heat pumps have cut Germany’s LNG bill by €1.3 bln in three years -research
New household heat pump installations have cut Germany’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) import bill by €1.3 billion over the last three years, according to research published Tuesday by a US-based energy non-profit.
UK asset manager to acquire US forestry firm, creating $8 bln timberland investment manager
A UK-based asset manager has agreed to acquire a majority stake in a US forestry investment firm, forming one of the world’s largest timberland investment managers with around $8billion in assets, it was announced this week.
AMERICAS
INTERVIEW: NbS project developer says stronger permanence from ANR
A project developer has said assisted natural regeneration (ANR) can deliver significantly stronger permanence than traditional reforestation, positioning the approach as a high-integrity option in carbon markets.
Latin America-focused companies launch joint venture focused on CDR, restoration projects
Two companies focused on carbon projects in Latin America announced on Tuesday a merger that has resulted in a new vehicle dedicated to scaling forest restoration and nature-based carbon removals (CDR) across the Americas.
US university drops carbon neutrality claim after offset-backed 2024 target -media
A US university has dropped its carbon neutrality claim after using carbon offsets to meet its 2024 target, shifting spending toward on-campus emissions reductions aligned with a 2050 net zero goal.
ASIA PACIFIC
Tougher baselines for coal and gas could shore up Australia’s Safeguard Mechanism, analysts say
Stricter emissions baselines for expanding coal and gas facilities could prevent Australia’s Safeguard Mechanism from blowing its emissions budget while giving more time for emissions-reduction technology to mature, according to modelling published this week.
Partners launch A$50 mln fund to decarbonise Australian industry
A new fund aimed at investing in companies developing technology to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors in Australia has raised A$50 million ($34.2 mln) at its first close.
Vietnam ETS sets facility-level quotas ahead of post-2026 tightening
Vietnam has published facility-level greenhouse gas emissions quotas under its pilot emissions trading system (ETS) ahead of expected tightening after 2026.
Japan approves 18 projects under J-Credit scheme
Japan’s domestic voluntary carbon market has received a boost after the J-Credit administration on Tuesday announced the registration of 18 new projects, which would create around 3 million credits over their lifetimes.
Non-profit blames Indonesia’s agriculture push for 66% jump in deforestation
Indonesia saw 66% more deforestation last year than in 2024, according to a Javan non-profit that links the spike to the government’s push to convert 20 million hectares of forest into agricultural land.
Singapore, Thailand launch call for Article 6 carbon credit projects
Singapore and Thailand on Tuesday launched a call for carbon credit project applications under their bilateral Article 6 implementation agreement, marking the operational phase of the deal.
WWF sustainable finance head joins conservancy group to advance Singapore Article 6 deals
A Singapore-based carbon markets expert who headed Asia sustainable finance at WWF will now work on the city-state’s Article 6 deals at The Nature Conservancy (TNC), she announced Tuesday.
VOLUNTARY
GHG Protocol seeks views on proposal to reshape how companies report carbon credits
A new draft corporate climate framework, put forward for consultation by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, could signal a major shift in how companies disclose climate action, separating inventory reporting from how carbon credit use is communicated.
European chip manufacturer plans VCM entry, seeks 814k carbon credits
A European semiconductor firm plans to enter the voluntary carbon market (VCM) to offset residual emissions, targeting the purchase of around 814,000 carbon credits over 2026-27, according to its latest annual report.
Carbon Streaming narrows losses, doubles down on asset sales amid portfolio reset
Offset project financier Carbon Streaming Corp. on Monday reported sharply reduced losses for 2025 and signalled a continued shift towards portfolio optimisation and asset sales, as the company seeks to stabilise its balance sheet following a turbulent period marked by project setbacks and legal disputes.
INTERNATIONAL
Carbon exchange slashes fees and announces investment round
A carbon exchange that claims to be mopping up Clean Development Mechanism trade before the UN body closes, has slashed its fees, and announced it will be opening up for an fresh investment round.
UK-backed carbon capture research programme publishes results
A UK government-funded research portfolio, made up of eleven carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, has published results concerning five of the projects, it was announced Tuesday.
AVIATION/SHIPPING
ICAO receives 26 programme applications for CORSIA Phase 2 eligibility
Some 26 emissions unit programmes have applied for eligibility under ICAO’s international aviation offsetting scheme CORSIA for the 2027-29 compliance period, as the body opens a new assessment cycle.
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EVENTS
Carbon Capture MENA Summit: Apr. 1-2, Dubai – The Carbon Capture MENA Summit 2026 (#CCMS2026), taking place in Dubai on 1–2 April 2026, is MENA’s leading CCUS event. Bringing together 500+ industry leaders and 80+ visionary speakers, the summit will focus on fit-for-purpose CCUS policies, decarbonisation applications, breakthrough innovations, carbon markets, and infrastructure development. Together, we’ll accelerate MENA’s leadership in scaling CCUS solutions and shaping a sustainable energy future. Join us to drive the next chapter of CCUS innovation and impact. Find out more
European Climate Summit 2026: Apr. 14-16, Barcelona – To kick off its annual regional Climate Summit series, IETA looks forward to welcoming delegates to the flagship European Climate Summit (ECS) 2026, taking place at Casa Llotja de Mar in Barcelona, Spain. ECS takes place amid a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape, even as carbon markets continue to mature and expand. A new political cycle for EU climate action has begun, and the task of preparing carbon markets for their next stage presents both new challenges and opportunities. In this dynamic context, competitiveness, integrity, and innovation will be at the heart of the discussion. ECS provides an excellent opportunity to engage with policymakers, business leaders, and climate market pioneers who are shaping the future of carbon markets. Organised by IETA, ECS is an in-person event. Register
Carbon Removal Investment Summit 2026: May 13, London – The Carbon Removal Investment Summit returns to London on May 13, 2026. cCarbon’s flagship, data- and modelling-driven dialogue brings together 200+ attendees from 160+ organisations, including investors, financiers, buyers, policymakers, developers, and market leaders shaping the carbon removals market. The summit features 40+ expert speakers across 10 curated sessions, along with a private investor conclave for deeper discussions among leading capital providers. The agenda explores where capital is moving, how investment and offtake structures are evolving, and what it will take to move from early momentum to meaningful scale. Early bird rates end Mar. 31 – Register here.
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