State and Trends of Carbon Pricing 2021

Summary: 

This report provides an up-to-date overview of existing and emerging carbon pricing instruments around the world, including international, national and subnational initiatives. It also investigates trends surrounding the development and implementation of carbon pricing instruments and how they could accelerate the delivery of long-term mitigation goals. Specifically, this includes the use of carbon taxes, emissions trading systems and crediting mechanisms. International cooperation on carbon pricing and the status of work surrounding Article 6 of the Paris Agreement is also canvassed.

Author
World Bank
Publication Date
Wednesday, 30 June 2021
Applicable location
Africa
Topic/Theme
Financing policies and mechanisms
Database
Learning materials