Name: Innovation Zero 2024
Start: 2024-04-30T00:00:00Z
End: 2024-05-01T22:00:00Z
Location: Olympia London

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Welcome to the Carbon Markets Forum for 2025, focusing on carbon offsetting as a pivotal strategy in combating climate change.

As the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is projected to expand from $2 billion in 2020 to approximately $250 billion by 2050, this segment presents a unique opportunity to connect with investors funding new technologies, carbon project developers, and facilitators aiming for scale. Engage with corporates, multinationals exploring new credit markets, traders, and brokers.

We'll provide in-depth insights into the evolving carbon and natural capital markets, contributing to a sustainable future and aligning with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Join us in navigating this critical aspect of environmental sustainability.

Innovation Zero World | 29th & 30th April 2025 | Olympia London

Carbon Markets

Introducing Our Distinguished Speakers

The 2025 Carbon Markets Forum is made up of an outstanding lineup of speakers, each a visionary in the realm of carbon markets and sustainability. Our keynote speakers and panelists are eminent figures leading the way in carbon offsetting, ESG principles, and sustainable environmental practices.

This diverse group of industry leaders, innovative researchers, and influential keynote speakers will present the latest developments and strategies in carbon and natural capital markets. Their presentations, rich in groundbreaking research and actionable solutions, are designed to enlighten and stimulate meaningful dialogue. These experts, committed to advancing carbon markets and promoting sustainability, form the backbone of our forum. Anticipate further announcements introducing additional esteemed speakers who will enrich the forum's engaging and progressive atmosphere.

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The Carbon Markets Forum at Innovation Zero World 2025 will explore the pivotal role of carbon markets in driving climate action and supporting the global net-zero transition.

Key Themes and Topics:

1. Scaling Carbon Markets: Discussions will highlight how voluntary and compliance carbon markets can be expanded to meet the growing demand for high-quality credits.

2. Corporate Climate Action: Learn how companies are leveraging carbon credits to decarbonise their operations and value chains, addressing challenges and opportunities in voluntary markets.

3. Quality and Transparency: This session will focus on methodologies to ensure the credibility and impact of carbon credits, building investor and buyer confidence.

4. Policy Frameworks: Experts will examine how governance and regulatory mechanisms can support the growth of robust carbon markets.

5. Bridging Global Gaps: Strategies to mobilise carbon finance in the Global South will be explored, highlighting the co-benefits of sustainable development and emissions reductions.

Why Attend the Carbon Markets Forum?

This forum is designed for sustainability leaders, investors, and policymakers seeking to harness the potential of carbon markets. Attendees will gain insights into market trends, best practices, and innovations driving the net-zero transition.

Chair's Opening Remarks

Carbon Markets Forum

10:00 – 10:05

Chair

Kalyani Inampudi, Independent ESG & Carbon Consultant
Keynote Address

Carbon Markets Forum

10:05 – 10:20
Maximising the Capital Stack: Financing Climate and Developments Goals in the Global South

Carbon Markets Forum

10:20 – 11:05

Despite progress, a significant funding gap remains in mobilising the trillions needed to fully finance climate action plans in Global South countries by 2030. Carbon markets offer a powerful opportun ...

Moderator

Kalyani Inampudi, Independent ESG & Carbon Consultant

Confirmed Speakers

Ray Coyle, CEO - Energise Africa

Joseph Ng'ang'a - Mission 300 Special Envoy

Eleanor Webster, Head of Mission Innovation Secretariat - Mission Innovation
Showcase One - 51 to Carbon Zero

Carbon Markets Forum

11:15 – 11:30
Utility Beyond Claims: Accelerating Corporate Climate Action

Carbon Markets Forum

11:40 – 12:25

Research shows that companies actively investing in high-quality carbon credits are decarbonising faster than those who do not. Yet, despite these advantages, many corporations remain hesitant to enga ...

Moderator

Sara Stefanini, EMEA Policy Editor - Carbon Pulse

Confirmed Speakers

Andrea Abrahams, Managing Director, VCM - IETA / ICROA

Tim Christophersen, VP, Climate Action - Salesforce

Mark Kenber, Executive Director - VCMI
Trust & Transparency: Securing Quality of Supply

Carbon Markets Forum

13:05 – 13:50

For buyers looking to invest in a diverse portfolio of projects that not only reduce emissions but also deliver co-benefits for communities, ecosystems and biodiversity, securing a steady supply of hi ...

Moderator

Bryony Collins, Sub Editor and Feature Writer - Carbon Pulse

Confirmed Speakers

Jonathan Crook, Policy Lead - Global Carbon Markets - Carbon Market Watch

Doris Honold, Board Member - ICVCM

Rich Stockdale, Managing Director & Founder - Oxygen Conservation
Unlocking Sustainable Finance: The Power of Independent GHG Verification

Carbon Markets Forum

13:55 – 14:10

As the global focus intensifies on climate change and sustainability, businesses are under increasing pressure to demonstrate their progress to Net Zero. Independent Greenhouse Gas (GHG) verification ...

Confirmed Speakers

Mel Blackmore, CEO & Founder - Carbonology®
Bridging Voluntary and Compliance Markets

Carbon Markets Forum

14:15 – 15:00

For carbon markets to grow at the scale necessary for large-scale removals and meeting decarbonisation targets, key challenges related to market infrastructure, transparency and regulation must be add ...

Moderator

Luca Lo Re, Climate and Energy Analyst - International Energy Agency (IEA)

Confirmed Speakers

Felix Grey, Policy Team Leader - DESNZ

Nasim Pour, Lead, Carbon Removals & Market Innovation - World Economic Forum

Adrian Rimmer, Director, Sustainable Finance & Investment - London Stock Exchange Group

Raul C. Rosales, Co-Director Net Zero Centre - King's College London
Showcase - 5D Net Zero

Carbon Markets Forum

15:05 – 15:20
Article 6: Navigating the Paris Agreement from Baku to Belem

Carbon Markets Forum

15:30 – 16:00

After nearly a decade of negotiations, COP29 marked a landmark moment in Article 6, with a consensus being reached on the standards and framework needed for countries to confidently engage in high-int ...

Moderator

Raul C. Rosales, Co-Director Net Zero Centre - King's College London

Confirmed Speakers

Dexter Lee, Head of Carbon Market Negotiations - DESNZ

Daniel Tutu Benefoh, Lead, Mitigation, GHG Inventory & Reporting Program - Environmental Protection Agency, Ghana
Showcase Four

Carbon Markets Forum

16:05 – 16:20

Innovation Zero World | 29th & 30th April 2025 | Olympia London

Carbon Markets Forum

2025 Carbon Markets Forum Speakers

2025 Carbon Markets Agenda Overview

The Carbon Markets Forum at Innovation Zero World 2025 will explore the pivotal role of carbon markets in driving climate action and supporting the global net-zero transition.

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Carbon Markets Forum

2025 Carbon Markets Forum Speakers

2025 Carbon Markets Agenda Overview

The Carbon Markets Forum at Innovation Zero World 2025 will explore the pivotal role of carbon markets in driving climate action and supporting the global net-zero transition.