International Training on Carbon Finance
Background
Carbon finance is an essential tool for achieving emission reduction targets and promoting sustainable development. It encompasses financial instruments, market mechanisms, and investment strategies that incentivize organizations, governments, and individuals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). This training provides a practical exploration of carbon finance, including carbon markets, project development, credit valuation, and regulatory frameworks.
The course leverages case studies, simulations, and hands-on exercises to equip participants with skills to design finance strategies that support climate mitigation and sustainable growth.
Developed by the ECAS Institute, this training equips professionals to navigate the carbon finance landscape, integrating environmental responsibility with economic opportunity.
Objectives of the Training
Understand key concepts and mechanisms behind carbon financeAnalyze compliance and voluntary carbon marketsEvaluate carbon offset projects and creditsDevelop strategies for trading and offset initiativesNavigate national and international carbon regulationsIntegrate carbon finance into organizational sustainability strategiesIdentify emerging trends and opportunities in carbon financeWhat You Will Learn
Fundamentals of greenhouse gas accounting and carbon marketsCarbon pricing mechanisms and market impactsCarbon project development, verification, and certificationCarbon credit market analysis, pricing, and risk factorsFinancial instruments for funding carbon reduction initiativesInvestment strategies aligned with climate goalsIntegration of carbon finance in ESG reporting and compliance frameworksTarget Participants
This training is ideal for sustainability managers, environmental consultants, climate strategists, finance professionals, investors, policymakers, regulatory officials, CSR and ESG practitioners, project developers, academics, and students interested in carbon finance. Both newcomers and experienced practitioners will gain actionable insights into carbon markets, project development, and finance strategies.
Training Style
Modules will be delivered through lectures, PowerPoint presentations, case studies, field visits, and breakout sessions. Guest speakers, both in-person and via Zoom, will provide real-world insights. The faculty includes experienced decision makers, practitioners, and representatives from leading educational and research institutions.
Training Modules
| No | Module | Details |
|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Carbon Markets and Carbon Finance | Overview of carbon markets, history, compliance vs voluntary markets, key actors, and purpose of carbon finance. |
| 2 | Mechanisms and Instruments in Carbon Finance | Understanding carbon credits, CERs, VERs, ETS, cap-and-trade models, and financing structures for emission reduction projects. |
| 3 | Project Development and Carbon Asset Creation | Project eligibility, methodologies and standards (CDM, Gold Standard, Verra/VCS), MRV processes, registration, and credit issuance. |
| 4 | Pricing, Risks, and Valuation in Carbon Finance | Factors affecting pricing, market dynamics, risk management, and valuation techniques for carbon portfolios. |
| 5 | Policy, Regulation, and Compliance | International agreements, NDCs, compliance mechanisms, carbon taxation, and corporate reporting requirements. |
| 6 | Future Trends in Carbon Finance | Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, nature-based solutions, technological innovations, and ESG integration in carbon finance. |
General Notes
Training manuals and reference materials are providedCertificate issued upon successful completionTailor-made courses available for organizationsPayment should be sent to the bank before training; proof sent to info@ecasiafrica.orgAdvance your expertise in carbon finance and climate investment strategies.
Contact ECAS Institute | info@ecasiafrica.org
