International Training on Carbon Markets
Introduction to Carbon Markets & Development of Carbon-Related Projects
Background
Carbon markets play a vital role in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while supporting
sustainable development. They enable countries, organizations, and businesses to trade carbon
credits, incentivizing emission reductions and climate-friendly investments.
The ECAS Institute offers this training to provide participants with a strong foundation in
carbon markets, carbon pricing mechanisms, and carbon-related project development under
international frameworks such as the Paris Agreement, CDM, and Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM).
Objectives of the Training
Understand carbon markets and trading mechanismsLearn compliance and voluntary carbon market frameworksUnderstand carbon pricing tools (carbon tax, cap-and-trade)Gain knowledge on carbon credit certificationDevelop skills in carbon offset project designExplore carbon finance and investment opportunitiesUnderstand nature-based solutions and renewable energy rolesLearn MRV systems for carbon creditsWhat You Will Learn
Fundamentals of carbon markets and emissions tradingCompliance vs voluntary carbon marketsCarbon pricing mechanisms and market instrumentsDesign and certification of carbon offset projectsAdditionality, eligibility, and methodologiesCertification standards (Verra, Gold Standard, CDM)Carbon finance strategies and risksMonitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV)Carbon footprint assessments and documentationTarget Participants
Government officials, regulators, and policymakersCorporate sustainability professionals and investorsCarbon market analysts and project developersEnvironmental consultants and certifiersAcademics, researchers, NGOs, and climate practitionersTraining Modules
| No | Module | Details |
|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Carbon Markets | Climate change, GHG emissions, compliance vs voluntary markets |
| 2 | Carbon Pricing & Trading Systems | Carbon taxes, ETS, cap-and-trade mechanisms |
| 3 | Carbon Credit Certification | Gold Standard, Verra (VCS), CDM, additionality |
| 4 | Carbon Offset Project Development | Renewables, forestry, MRV, regulatory issues |
| 5 | Financing & Investment | Carbon finance sources, pricing trends, risk management |
| 6 | Case Studies & Best Practices | Global ETS lessons and market dynamics |
| 7 | Policy & Governance | Regulations, compliance strategies, incentives |
| 8 | Practical Workshop | PDD preparation, carbon footprinting, project presentations |
Training Style
The training is practical and interactive, combining expert lectures, case studies,
group discussions, simulations, and hands-on project development with expert feedback.
General Notes
Training manuals and reference materials providedCertificate issued upon successful completionTailor-made courses availableContact: info@ecasiafrica.orgAbout ECAS Institute
ECAS Institute provides training, research, and consulting services focused on climate change,
carbon markets, renewable energy, nature-based solutions, biodiversity conservation,
agriculture, and food systems across Africa and globally.
