What we do
Carbon markets
At Aera, we are dedicated to building robust global supply chains that support the growth of both voluntary and regulated carbon markets. Our comprehensive range of products and solutions is designed to help organizations achieve their low-carbon objectives. Through our financial commitments, we also make a positive impact on local communities and the environment, fostering sustainable development and responsible business practices.
Our work across carbon markets
Voluntary and regulated carbon credit markets are crucial for achieving global climate goals. Aera is at the forefront of developing these markets, supporting selected projects in Africa to produce high-quality carbon credits.
Our team provide comprehensive technical support services to facilitate the certification of carbon credits across various standards, including Verra VCS, Gold Standard, GCC, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and CORSIA. Our expertise ensures that projects can efficiently navigate the complexities of registration, validation, and issuance, thereby maximizing their potential in the carbon market.
Additionally, our trading services are designed to optimize volumes and prices, manage risks, and provide flexible contractual and financial structures.
Voluntary carbon markets
Aera is active in global voluntary markets, supplying credits certified by leading registration systems including Gold Standard, Verra, and the GCC. We work closely with clients to deliver carbon credits that meet their specific requirements in terms of registry, type, vintage, and origin. Our offerings include bundled carbon solutions or standalone credits tailored to client needs.
Compliance carbon markets
Aera is actively involved in compliance markets through the origination and trading of carbon credits under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement (UNFCCC). Article 6 outlines the rules for international cooperation on climate action, including carbon markets, and requires “corresponding adjustments” to prevent double-counting of emissions reductions.
The development of Article 6 encompasses new market opportunities such as the CORSIA scheme, which provides a specific application for Article 6 credits within the aviation sector. Airlines participating in CORSIA can use carbon credits generated from projects authorized under Article 6 to meet their offsetting obligations.
Aera supplies obligated parties competitively on a spot or long-term basis and helps clients manage risk and volatility.
How we engage
Technical support for carbon credit certification
Carbon credit trading
A unique track-record
As a pioneer of carbon finance in Africa, we have a long-established track record of carbon credit origination across the continent:
First-ever carbon project certification completed in 11 sub-Saharan countries
Record number of African project registrations under Gold Standard & Verra VCS
Pioneer registration of Global Carbon Council in Africa
First ever Article 6 project transitioned from Africa at UNFCCC.
89% of average issuance volume performance (vs. ex-ante forecasts)
Our carbon credits portfolio
We boast the largest portfolio of African environmental products, meticulously built over time by harnessing opportunities, consolidating supply sources, and strengthening operations. By staying attuned to market evolution and leveraging the latest technologies and tools, we ensure that the highest quality criteria are met, setting industry benchmarks for excellence and reliability.
