The Carbon Pricing Agenda – August 2025 brings together key global updates from Europe to Asia. New programs, market dynamics, and technologies are shaping the future of carbon pricing.
Carbon pricing mechanisms are among the most effective tools in the fight against climate change. The Carbon Pricing Agenda – August 2025, published by the Turkish Climate Change Authority, compiles recent news, publications, and events, highlighting the dynamic evolution of international carbon markets.
At CO2 Manager, we take a closer look at the key developments and what they mean for businesses and investors.
The European Commission is designing a procurement program to rapidly scale permanent carbon removal (CDR) technologies. The initiative aims to encourage investors, accelerate technological progress, and strengthen confidence in the EU’s climate targets.
The UNFCCC NMA platform lists organizations providing technical and financial support to voluntary climate initiatives. EcoCitizen and the Bagmati UNESCO Club have recently joined the network, fostering cooperation on capacity building and technology transfer.
The UNFCCC Secretariat will host Climate Week in Addis Ababa (September 1–6) to accelerate implementation.
The European Energy Exchange (EEX) will launch new Japanese fiscal year futures contracts in October.
China reported a 6% decline in emissions during the first half of 2025, driven by its rapid renewable energy expansion.
Sylvera’s Early Stage Catalog now gives buyers and investors access to more than 250 early-stage projects, enhancing transparency and confidence in the voluntary carbon market.
Meanwhile, Verra has approved new methodologies for biochar and forest management, raising the integrity standards across the sector.
A new report by Verra highlights how plastic credits and EPR systems (Extended Producer Responsibility) can provide scalable solutions to the global plastic crisis. With plastic waste projected to triple by 2060, these financial instruments are gaining importance.
Highlighted publications:
Carbon Intensity Metrics in the Steel and Cement Sectors of Climate Club Members (OECD)
Carbon Market Frameworks – Brazil Initiative (IETA)
Upcoming events:
September 10, Istanbul – Turkish Carbon Market Dialogue
September 23–25, New York – North America Climate Summit (NACS)
September 30, Brussels – “Fit-for-Purpose Climate Action” for Competitiveness and Resilience
The August 2025 agenda shows clearly that carbon pricing has become more than just a climate policy instrument – it is now a driver of economic and technological transformation.
The CO2 Manager Team will continue to monitor these developments and provide businesses with strategic insights.