Carbon Trading Workshop II
Public policy think tank Civic Exchange and the British Consulate-General hosted a workshop on 8 July 2008, supported by the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited. This is the second in a series exploring the latest developments in carbon trading and the implications for financial centres of the world.
The keynote speaker, Matthew Whittell, CFO of Climate Exchange Plc, offered insights into how effectively cap and trade was delivering environmental benefits, and why trading was more effective than taxation. He also discussed how experience gained from initial operations of the EU ETS was influencing future developments, and the way ahead for environmental asset classes including new product areas and new geographies. His presentation was followed by a stimulating panel discussion with those involved in carbon trading issues. Panellists included:
• Philip Napier-Moore: Mott MacDonald
• Kevin Lok: Carbon Capital Markets
The panel was followed by a presentation by Alderman David Lewis, Lord Mayor of The City of London, on his city’s position as the dominant global financial centre for carbon trading.
Carbon Trading Workshop II - 8 July
Carbon Trading Workshop I - 22 May
For more information about the previous workshop on 22 May, please click to view the full report.
Information
Date
08 July 2008
Time
08:45 - 11:00
Location
The Exchange Auditorium, I & II Exchange Square
Fee
Free but seating is strictly limited