Catching Up On Climate Episode 2 | Alexia Kelly, Managing Director of Carbon Policy and Markets Initiative, High Tide Foundation

In this episode of SmarterMarkets™, Alexia Kelly from the High Tide Foundation discusses the current state and future direction of voluntary carbon markets. She highlights the convergence of voluntary and regulatory markets, the phenomenon of "greenhushing" where companies quietly continue sustainability efforts, and the importance of defining and improving carbon credit quality. Kelly emphasizes the need for standardization, transparency, and robust infrastructure to unlock institutional capital and scale the market effectively. She also touches on the role of philanthropy in de-risking projects and driving innovation, as well as key milestones to watch for, such as updated accounting rules and regulatory signals from governments. The conversation underscores the significant work happening behind the scenes to prepare carbon markets for broader adoption and impact.