4月全国碳市场交易活跃度提升 碳价依然走低

Core Insights - The national carbon market in China experienced increased trading activity in April, driven by news of industry expansion, with daily average trading volume of carbon allowances (CEA) reaching 233,100 tons, a nearly 50% increase from March's 158,800 tons [1][2] - Despite the rise in trading activity, carbon prices continued to decline, with the average closing price for CEA in April at 82.26 yuan per ton, down 6.42% from March's 87.90 yuan per ton [2] Group 1 - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment issued a notification on April 23 regarding the management of the national carbon market, outlining key tasks and deadlines for major emitting sectors including power generation, steel, cement, and aluminum smelting [1][2] - The notification mandates that units with annual direct emissions of 26,000 tons of CO2 equivalent must be included in the key emissions unit directory, which will prevent overlapping management with local carbon markets [2] Group 2 - The research center forecasts that carbon prices in the national market will continue to decline in May, with expected buying price at 78.37 yuan per ton and selling price at 82.66 yuan per ton, indicating a downward trend in market expectations [2] - The indices for buying and selling prices are projected to decrease by 7.70% and 7.32% respectively, reflecting a broader trend of declining carbon prices [2]