Q1 2026 Carbon Data Snapshot

Sylvera’s Q1 2026 carbon market data reveals the volume vs. value dynamic intensifying: retirements fell 8% to 51 million while average price per credit rose to $5.69 from $5.60. Investment-grade credits (BBB+) now command on average $20.10 per credit (up from $18.10), accounting for 30% of new rated issuances and 62% of total rated market value. CORSIA-eligible* credits represent nearly 50% of new issuances for the first time, with CCP accreditation growing to 18% from under 3% in 2023. Project type shifts show cookstoves growing to 26% of issuances, REDD+ recovering to 25% retirement share, and waste management reaching record 10%. Regional dynamics see North America leading quality supply with 57% of rated issuances BBB+.
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