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LEGAL BLUEPRINT FOR DEVELOPING AND REGULATING CARBON MARKETS: SUMMARY

This report by the Asian Development Bank provides a comprehensive guide for policymakers and lawmakers to create legal frameworks for carbon markets. Aimed at Asian Development Bank developing member countries (ADB DMCs), it covers key building blocks for regulations, including introductory provisions, governance structures, carbon crediting projects, carbon credits, Article 6 requirements under the Paris Agreement, social and environmental safeguards, and monitoring and enforcement. The report emphasizes the need for high-integrity markets, clear definitions, and proper safeguards to attract investment and ensure environmental integrity.

Key sections include definitions of carbon credits and projects, requirements for project proponents, governance mechanisms, and methodologies for crediting standards. It also addresses international standards, domestic schemes, and hybrid approaches. Appendices summarize minimum requirements and provide an overview of carbon markets.

Policymakers should identify the objectives, define key terms, establish governance, ensure project integrity, manage carbon credits, align with international commitments, implement safeguard measures, and enforce compliance. This blueprint helps attract carbon finance and support sustainable development.