Clean Development Mechanism

But analysts remain upbeat as volumes increase and new trading schemes come online

DECC formally launches carbon offset quality mark and announces consultation on carbon neutral definition

Carbon market experts claim lack of political will has hampered JI progress

Suspended CDM project verifier reinstated after company improves auditing processes

Permits awarded to renewables projects worth less on carbon market after huge sell-off prompted by recession

British government fought to have CCS – carbon capture and storage – included in Clean Development Mechanism

EUAs hits record low of €11.60 as watchers warn market has "detached" from oil prices

Vice chairman of Deutsche Bank leads experts calling for major reforms to UN's flagship carbon trading scheme

Report claims recession will fail to derail market expansion as CDM picks up any slack in the ETS

Failure to settle outstanding fees prompts UN to suspend Russia from international transaction log