Why carbon removals must evolve to close the investment gap
With global emissions reaching record highs, carbon removals have become a critical pillar of climate strategy. Yet, the market continues to grapple with trust issues — from overstated offset claims to a lack of permanence in many removal methods.
This white paper, developed by TÜV SÜD’s Corporate Sustainability Office, addresses these challenges head-on. By dissecting the core uncertainties — removal quantification, permanence, and risk of reversal — and offering a pathway towards an investment-grade evaluation framework, it provides essential insight for all stakeholders in the carbon value chain.
Why download this white paper?
Whether you're shaping carbon removal projects, financing climate solutions, or assessing environmental risk — this white paper is for you.
- Learn about the quantifiable key risks impacting carbon projects like permanence, removal uncertainty, and reversal potential
- Understand what makes a carbon credit ready for investment and the technical gaps before it is investment-grade
- Gain understanding of a potential framework that aligns developers, investors, and insurers on how to evaluate carbon removal value
- Ideal for professionals in:
- Climate finance and ESG strategy
- Carbon project development and verification
- Climate risk insurance and underwriting
- Environmental consulting and policy
- Research and academia in climate and sustainability
About the authors
Author
Bratin Roy
Global Head of Decarbonisation, Corporate Sustainability Office
