Unpacking the “NET” in Net-Zero: Role of Markets & Removals at Scale

23 September 2020

Attempting to understand the multiple definitions and approaches to “net-zero” climate commitments can be challenging. This timely session will unpack government and corporate net-zero plans and pathways, and hone in on the crucial role that carbon markets must play to facilitate and accelerate these ambitious decarbonisation trajectories. IETA’s session will bring together business, government, and technical experts to discuss why “net zero” means different things to different people, share up-to-date research on how carbon markets can be used to enhance ambition, and examine the latest policy, financing, and corporate leadership innovations in support of Natural Climate Solutions.

Panelists presentation available HERE

Recording of the session available HERE

Welcome Address by Katie Sullivan, Managing Director – IETA

Moderator: Richard Saines, Partner – Pollination

Speakers

Jim McDermott, 1PointFive, Carbon Engineering

Renat Heuberger, CEO - South Pole

Frances Seymour, Board Chair - ART

Federico Di Credico, Managing Director - ACT Financial Solutions

Toby Janson-Smith, Chief Innovation Officer - Verra

Kelley Kizzier, Associate Vice President for International Climate –Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)