Climate Change
Resources companies worry about higher transition costs in event of credit shortage
Australian carbon credit units derived from afforestation projects trade at higher prices because of their social appeal. (Photo by Rurika Imahashi)
RURIKA IMAHASHI
October 14, 2025 10:57 JST
SYDNEY — Carbon credits — certificates that verify an amount of carbon dioxide removed through activities such as using renewable energy or planting trees — are emerging as a crucial tool for meeting Australia’s tough emissions regulations.
