CERs - Certified Emissions Reductions Trading

The voluntary implementation of the Kyoto Protocol has created new markets for carbon trading through the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). Kyoto-ratified countries have the goal of reducing emissions to levels 5% lower than those recorded in 1990.

In order to do this, Kyoto’s CDM implemented a market that allows Annex I countries (countries with an emissions reduction plan) to invest in developing countries to generated Certified Emission Reductions (CERs). The goal of this plan is to allow developing countries access to emissions reducing technology, while generating Certified Emissions Reduction Credits. The program officially started in 2008, but CERs may be generated from projects beginning in 2000.

Each country involved has a Designated National Authority charged with the development of a plan for sustainable development. These groups approve CER-generating renewable projects, and review business plans to ensure that they are sustainable before any potential Certified Emissions Reductions generating project is undertaken. These projects are also reviewed by third-party auditors certified by the CDM Executive Board.

Spectron offers over the counter Certified Emissions Reductions (CERs) trading via its integrated electronic broking system. With a long-standing commitment to green markets, it is now a market leader in the brokering of International CERs.

Contacts
CERs Trading Enquiries: James Ash  +44 20 7074 0888
Data/Screen Enquiries: Richard Frape  +44 20 7074 2008