Core Viewpoint - The report released by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment highlights the progress and future direction of China's carbon market, emphasizing its importance in achieving national climate goals and enhancing the carbon pricing mechanism [1][3]. Group 1: Market Development - The national carbon emissions trading market has shown increased vitality, with a 43.55% rise in average daily trading volume compared to the previous compliance cycle, totaling 1.89 million tons for the year [2]. - The annual trading value of carbon emission allowances reached 18.114 billion yuan, marking a new high since the market's launch in 2021 [2]. - As of August 2025, the cumulative trading volume of carbon emission allowances reached 69.6 million tons, with a total transaction value of 47.826 billion yuan [2]. Group 2: Compliance and Performance - The compliance rate for the 2023 carbon allowance was 99.98%, achieving a historical high, with 28 provincial regions completing their compliance work at 100% [2]. - This represents a significant improvement compared to the previous compliance cycles [2]. Group 3: Future Directions - The Chinese government aims to enhance the carbon market as a key policy tool for controlling greenhouse gas emissions, with plans to gradually expand the market's coverage and improve related policies [3]. - There is a focus on diversifying trading products, participants, and methods to create a more equitable and transparent market environment [3].

"《意见》印发，推动建设更加有效、更有活力、更具国际影响力的全国碳市场。其中，《意见》 提出，统筹好全国碳排放权交易市场和有关地方试点开展的碳市场。不再新建地方或区域碳排放权交易 市场。"张希良补充道，"当然，全国碳市场建设仍然面临如何进一步提高效率和活力的问题，现有的试 点省市碳市场可以继续发挥先行先试的作用，特别是在丰富市场参与主体和发展基于碳市场的金融产品 方面作出相关探索。" 人民日报记者 张晔 何宇澈 核心阅读 我国建成全球规模最大的碳排放权交易市场并稳定运行；截至8月底，全国碳排放权交易市场累计 成交量近7亿吨……全国碳市场建设迈入新阶段。 如何推动建设更加有效、更有活力、更具国际影响力的全国碳市场？记者采访专家对此进行了解 读。 9月24日，"2025年中国碳市场大会"在上海举行。会议介绍，截至8月底，全国碳排放权交易市场累 计成交量近7亿吨。 近期，国务院新闻办公室"高质量完成'十四五'规划"系列主题新闻发布会介绍，我国建成全球规模 最大的碳排放权交易市场并稳定运行，覆盖全国60%以上的碳排放量。我国碳市场领域第一份中央文件 ——《中共中央办公厅国务院办公厅关于推进绿色低碳转型加强全国碳市场建 ...

严天文在开场中指出，中国碳市场对全球碳价与交易机制影响深远，此次嘉宾齐聚共商运行机制，对加快建设更加有效、更有活力、更具国际影响力的碳市 场意义重大。本场分论坛将聚焦"健全碳市场交易体系，赋能市场化碳定价机制"主题，共谋建设更加有效、更有活力、更具国际影响力的碳市场。 编者按 9月24日，2025年中国碳市场大会在上海举行。本届大会以"完善碳定价机制，激发绿色低碳发展新动能"为主题，设主论坛和两个分论坛。大会聚焦中国碳 市场建设和发展成效、全球应对气候变化新格局、国际绿色合作与创新等议题，汇聚全球绿色发展领域的知名专家和业界代表展开交流探讨、深化国际合 作，发布建设成果与前沿研究，为"双碳"目标实现注入新动能。 主论坛上，《全国碳市场发展报告2025》正式发布，生态环境部、中国人民银行等部门代表及中外专家围绕市场活力提升、绿色金融创新等议题建言献策。 随后开设的两场主题分论坛，汇聚政界、学界、商界及国际机构力量，聚焦行业扩围实践、跨境交易机制、碳资产价值实现等关键领域展开深度研讨。本版 将展现两个分论坛的核心信息和参会嘉宾的精彩观点。 分论坛一：健全碳市场交易体系，赋能市场化碳定价机制 分论坛上，国内外政界、 ...

我国建成全球规模最大的碳排放权交易市场并稳定运行；截至8月底，全国碳排放权交易市场累计成交 量近7亿吨……全国碳市场建设迈入新阶段。 如何推动建设更加有效、更有活力、更具国际影响力的全国碳市场？记者采访专家对此进行了解读。 9月24日，"2025年中国碳市场大会"在上海举行。会议介绍，截至8月底，全国碳排放权交易市场累计成 交量近7亿吨。 近期，国务院新闻办公室"高质量完成'十四五'规划"系列主题新闻发布会介绍，我国建成全球规模最大 的碳排放权交易市场并稳定运行，覆盖全国60%以上的碳排放量。我国碳市场领域第一份中央文件—— 《中共中央办公厅国务院办公厅关于推进绿色低碳转型加强全国碳市场建设的意见》（以下简称《意 见》）印发，将为全国碳市场建设提供更完善的制度保障、更强大的能力支撑。 我国碳市场建设经历了怎样的发展历程？发挥了哪些作用？还有哪些需要完善的地方？记者采访了清华 大学能源环境经济研究所所长、中国环境科学学会碳排放交易专业委员会主任委员张希良。 我国碳排放权交易市场建设稳步推进，推动建设更加有效、更有活力、更具国际影响力的全国碳市场 "近年来，我国碳排放权交易市场建设稳步推进。"张希良介绍，从201 ...

本报讯 （记者李春莲）9月24日，以"完善碳定价机制，激发绿色低碳发展新动能"为主题的2025年中国 碳市场大会在上海成功召开。本次大会由上海市生态环境局、湖北省生态环境厅和生态环境部应对气候 变化司联合承办，汇聚了来自全球20多个国家和地区及全国各省市的政府代表、专家学者及行业领袖， 共同探讨碳市场建设与国际合作路径。 随着中国市场机制不断完善，中国碳信用将在全球市场上发挥更重要作用。本次大会的成功举办，不仅 展现了中国在碳市场建设方面的积极进展，也为进一步深化国际碳信用合作奠定了坚实基础，对构建公 平合理、合作共赢的全球气候治理体系具有重要推动意义。 陈诗一在发言中强调，中国碳信用质量已实现显著提升，在监测核算精度、项目环境效益和合规管理等 方面与国际标准接轨，具备参与全球碳信用互认的坚实基础。通过"复旦碳价指数"等一系列碳定价机制 研究与金融工具创新，中国碳信用的国际认可度正不断增强。国际社会应正视并认可中国碳信用的价 值。 面向未来，为推动全球碳信用体系高质量发展，为《巴黎协定》下的全球气候治理提供市场化解决方 案，陈诗一建议从以下五方面着力：持续推进"复旦碳价指数"国际化进程，开展国际碳信用指数研发 ...

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China Carbon Market Conference emphasized the importance of improving carbon pricing mechanisms to stimulate green and low-carbon development, highlighting China's advancements in carbon credit quality and international recognition [1][2]. Group 1: Carbon Market Development - Over four years, the Chinese carbon market has achieved stable growth, with a comprehensive policy framework established and over 60% of effective CO2 emissions being controlled [2]. - The market's vitality has increased, with growing participation from trading entities, making it a significant tool for promoting green and low-carbon transitions and achieving carbon peak and neutrality goals [2]. Group 2: International Cooperation and Standards - China is enhancing the quality of its carbon credits through improved methodologies and data quality, aligning with international standards, which lays a solid foundation for global carbon credit mutual recognition [1][2]. - The "Fudan Carbon Price Index" and other carbon pricing mechanisms are being developed to increase the international recognition of Chinese carbon credits, urging the global community to acknowledge their value [1]. Group 3: Future Directions - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment plans to expand the carbon market's industry coverage and trading entities, diversify trading products and methods, and strengthen international cooperation to build a more effective and influential carbon market [2]. - Recommendations for high-quality development of the global carbon credit system include advancing the internationalization of the "Fudan Carbon Price Index," innovating financial products related to carbon credits, and enhancing international cooperation on standards [2]. Group 4: Talent Development - The Fudan University Insurance Application Innovation Research Institute is innovating in lifelong education, launching a Chief Transformation Officer (CTO) program focused on green and digital transformation, aiming to cultivate high-end talent for global climate governance and the development of the carbon credit system [3].

Group 1 - The article outlines the Chinese government's commitment to advancing carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals through the establishment of a national carbon market, which marks a shift from administrative to market-driven climate governance [1] - The national carbon market, launched in 2021, has become the largest in the world, covering industries such as power generation, steel, cement, and aluminum smelting, with approximately 8 billion tons of CO2 emissions covered [1] - The market is set to enter a new phase in 2024 with the reactivation of the voluntary greenhouse gas emission trading market, creating a complementary and interconnected carbon market structure [1] Group 2 - Despite significant achievements, the carbon market faces challenges, including a substantial price gap between China's carbon emission allowances (CEA) and the European Union's carbon allowances (EUA), with average CEA prices ranging from 52.84 to 89.06 yuan per ton over the past four compliance periods [2] - Market activity remains insufficient, with trading volume and prices increasing only near compliance deadlines, indicating a primary reliance on compliance-driven trading rather than a robust carbon asset management demand [2] - The market structure is dominated by compliance enterprises, with limited participation from financial and investment institutions, and a lack of diverse trading products, which hampers market depth and liquidity [2] Group 3 - To enhance market vitality, it is essential to improve the carbon pricing mechanism by optimizing quota allocation methods and gradually increasing the paid allocation ratio to reflect true emission reduction costs [3] - The establishment of a quota reserve and market adjustment mechanism is recommended to stabilize carbon prices during rapid fluctuations, ensuring they remain within a reasonable range [3] - Encouraging the diversification of market participants and expanding the trading product system is crucial, including the introduction of financial institutions and innovative carbon financial products like carbon futures and options [3] Group 4 - Strengthening data infrastructure and capacity is vital for improving market transparency, including the development of standardized carbon data systems and enhancing third-party verification processes [4] - Establishing a robust information disclosure system for carbon emissions, quota holdings, and trading records will further enhance market transparency [4] - The application of digital technologies such as blockchain and big data in the carbon market can automate data management processes, improving regulatory precision and intelligence [4]

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of a national carbon market in China marks a significant step towards utilizing market mechanisms to address climate change and promote green transformation in the economy and society [1][5]. Group 1: Carbon Market Structure - The national carbon market consists of two main components: the mandatory carbon market, which started in 2021, and the voluntary carbon market, set to launch in 2024 [2][6]. - The mandatory carbon market will cover over 2,000 key emission units by 2024, with a nearly 100% compliance rate for quota clearance [3][6]. - The voluntary carbon market aims to incentivize self-directed emission reductions and is expected to achieve full coverage in key areas by 2027 [6]. Group 2: Market Performance and Impact - As of August 22, 2023, the mandatory carbon market has seen a cumulative transaction volume of over 680 million tons of carbon emission allowances (CEA), with a total transaction value of 47.41 billion yuan [3]. - The voluntary carbon market has recorded a cumulative transaction of 2.49 million tons of certified voluntary emission reductions (CCER), amounting to 210 million yuan [3]. - The carbon market is expected to drive the transformation of key industries, including steel, cement, and aluminum, by promoting the use of renewable energy and enhancing energy efficiency [3][6]. Group 3: Future Development Goals - By 2027, the mandatory carbon market aims to cover all major industrial sectors, transitioning to a total control system for carbon emissions by 2030 [6]. - The voluntary carbon market is set to establish a transparent and unified methodology by 2030, aligning with international standards [6]. - The government plans to increase the proportion of paid carbon allowances, moving from a free allocation system to a combination of free and paid allocations [6]. Group 4: Financial Mechanisms and Innovations - The carbon market will introduce policies for carbon pledging and repurchase, allowing companies to use carbon assets as collateral for loans, thereby enhancing financing channels [9]. - Carbon emissions can also be insured, with innovative products like forestry carbon index insurance being developed to protect against carbon loss due to natural disasters [10][11]. - The establishment of a robust carbon pricing mechanism is expected to stimulate green technology innovation and attract broader participation from financial institutions and individuals in the carbon market [12].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the development and significance of China's carbon market, highlighting its transition into a 2.0 era with the recent release of guidelines aimed at enhancing the market's vitality and international influence [4][5]. Summary by Sections Carbon Market Overview - Since 2013, China has initiated carbon emission trading trials in various provinces, culminating in the launch of a national carbon market in 2021, which serves as a crucial tool for addressing climate change and promoting green economic transformation [4][5]. Market Structure - The national carbon market consists of two components: a mandatory carbon market for key emission units and a voluntary carbon market aimed at encouraging self-directed emission reductions. The mandatory market began in 2021, while the voluntary market is set to launch in 2024 [6][7]. Market Size and Performance - As of August 22, 2023, the mandatory carbon market has over 2,000 key emission units, with a cumulative trading volume exceeding 680 million tons and a transaction value of 47.41 billion yuan. The voluntary market has recorded 2.49 million tons of certified voluntary emission reductions, amounting to 210 million yuan [7][8]. Industry Coverage and Future Goals - The mandatory carbon market has expanded to include industries such as steel, cement, and aluminum, covering over 60% of national carbon emissions. Future goals include broadening the market's coverage and transitioning to a total control system for carbon emissions by 2030 [9][11]. Financial Mechanisms - The article highlights the introduction of carbon finance mechanisms, such as carbon pledges and repurchase agreements, which allow companies to leverage carbon assets for financing, thereby enhancing their participation in emission reduction efforts [12][14]. Insurance and Risk Management - Carbon emissions can also be insured, as demonstrated by a recent case where a forestry carbon sink was insured against loss due to natural disasters, showcasing innovative approaches to managing carbon assets [13]. Enhancing Market Activity - The guidelines propose measures to improve the carbon pricing mechanism and encourage broader participation from financial institutions and individuals in the carbon market, aiming to increase market liquidity and effectiveness [14][15].

Core Viewpoint - The release of the "Opinions" by the Central Committee and the State Council marks a significant step towards the establishment of a national carbon market, indicating a long-term policy direction for carbon market development [1] Group 1: Carbon Market Expansion - By 2027, the national carbon emission trading market is expected to cover major industrial sectors, with a focus on expanding the range of covered industries and greenhouse gases based on industry development and carbon emission characteristics [2] - The carbon market is driving structural transformation and upgrading of industries, with key emission enterprises expected to adopt renewable energy and improve energy efficiency, thus enhancing their green market competitiveness [2] - The expansion of the carbon market will lead to a rapid increase in the number of trading entities and the total amount of tradable quotas, promoting a resource allocation mechanism that encourages cross-industry competition [2] Group 2: Market Dynamics and Pricing Mechanism - The "Opinions" propose a combination of free and paid quota distribution to enhance market activity, transitioning from a focus on intensity control to a total quota control system by 2030 [4][5] - The establishment of a reasonable pricing mechanism is crucial for accurately reflecting market signals, with the carbon price serving as an indicator of resource scarcity [8][9] - A stable carbon price is essential for the effectiveness of market incentives, and the development of carbon finance is seen as a key mechanism for supporting green low-carbon transformation [9]