![Climate change action will need urgent action. Voluntary carbon markets could be an important part of that.](https://www.worldpoliticsreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/climate-change-voluntary-carbon-markets-emissions-credit-02072023-1.jpg?w=519&h=259&crop=1)
Carbon markets are set to explode on the world stage. And while they are relatively small compared to regulatory compliance markets, voluntary markets are growing fast. Are they an effective way for companies—and the world—to achieve net zero emissions? The jury is out, with strong voices arguing for and against.