Emissions trading is a mechanism that provides countries, companies, and environmentally-conscious individuals with flexible cost-efficient means to meet greenhouse gas emission reduction goals. Emissions trading operates similarly to commodities markets, with purchase and sale contracts defining the rights and obligations of the parties and allocating risk. In a series of articles, ClimateIntel will discuss significant issues arising under these emission reduction purchase agreements.

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