Carbon markets have the potential to mobilize private capital at the scale and speed needed to help support climate action, nature protection and the energy transition. Yet despite significant improvements in market integrity and standards, corporate demand remains constrained by uncertainty, complexity and fragmented market structures.
In this World Economic Forum briefing paper, developed in collaboration with KPMG, explore how advance market commitments (AMCs) can help bridge these gaps by aggregating demand, reducing risk and supporting investment in high-integrity climate and nature solutions. The report outlines a practical public-private agenda for strengthening carbon market infrastructure, building buyer confidence and scaling corporate participation to drive meaningful climate impact.
