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INTERVIEW: South African banks face uncomfortable transition as carbon market matures

Published 16:52 on November 4, 2025 / Last updated at 16:52 on November 4, 2025 / / EMEA (Africa), Insights (Interviews), Net Zero Transition (Investment, Reporting & Disclosure), Voluntary (VCM Developments, VCM Governance)

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South African banks are finally “in the adults’ room” of a maturing carbon market and not enjoying it – but they will align with the state’s vision of a refined market once it provides clear rules and backs these up with infrastructure, according to a Cape Town-based consultant.
South African banks are finally “in the adults’ room” of a maturing carbon market and not enjoying it – but they will align with the state’s vision of a refined market once it provides clear rules and backs these up with infrastructure, according to a Cape Town-based consultant.


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