🌊 Carbon Tokenization: A Sustainability Game-Changer?

🎙️ On this Wednesday, Sandro Stark Co-Founder and GP, Vanagon will participate in "𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿?" — Join us for an insightful discussion as we delve into the current state of carbon tokenization, the obstacles it faces, and the requirements of its users. A forward-thinking panel discussion hosted by the Frankfurt School Blockchain Center.

New and creative approaches are being employed to accomplish sustainability goals in light of the pressing need to reduce the consequences of climate change. Carbon tokenization is one of these techniques. In the digitalisation age, blockchain technology is leveraged to address environmental issues, and carbon tokenization is a promising application. Just as the tokenization of real assets is revolutionizing traditional investment models, carbon tokenization can potentially revolutionize the way we approach carbon credits and environmental protection.

Carbon tokenization converts carbon credits into digital tokens that can be traded on a blockchain. These tokens represent measurable, verifiable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. This innovative mechanism expands access to carbon markets, facilitates investment in climate solutions, and increases transparency in tracking and trading carbon credits. The democratization of emissions trading through the use of carbon tokens has the potential to significantly advance global decarbonization efforts. Carbon credit tokenization assists in directing more funding to initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, just like tokenization has created new prospects for investing in previously illiquid assets. However, there are still difficulties in this developing industry, including technical problems and regulatory obstacles. Like other blockchain applications, the success of carbon tokenization hinges on its capacity to satisfy consumer demand, deliver concrete value, and evolve with the field of climate technology and policy.

Join us for an insightful discussion as we delve into the current state of carbon tokenization, the obstacles it faces, and the requirements of its users. In our conversation, we will be addressing the following questions:

• What are the potential benefits of carbon tokenization in terms of addressing climate change and promoting sustainability goals?

• How does carbon tokenization leverage blockchain technology to facilitate trading and tracking of carbon credits?

• What challenges and obstacles are currently faced by the carbon tokenization industry, both technically and in terms of regulations?

• How does carbon tokenization democratize emissions trading and potentially advance global decarbonization efforts?

• What are the requirements and expectations of users in the field of climate technology and policy for the success of carbon tokenization?

Experience this engaging discussion and deepen your understanding of carbon tokenization - a pioneering approach in the fight against climate change. Harnessing blockchain for environmental sustainability is an exciting frontier, and we welcome you to join us as we explore its potential together.

Panelists

• Prof. Dr. Philipp Sandner, Frankfurt School Blockchain Center (Moderator)

• Sarah Gottwald, Blockchain Founders Group (BFG)

• Carsten Herrmann, Particula

• Maximilian Rösgen, European Carbon Offset Tokenization Association (ECOTA)

• Sandro Stark, Vanagon Ventures

Location and Date

Location: Online. Details for the live broadcast will be sent to you on the day of the event (no prior software installation required):
Date: June 28, 2023
Time: 14:00–14:45 (CEST)
Language: English

Agenda

14:00 - Welcome and introductory words (Prof. Dr. Philipp Sandner, Frankfurt School Blockchain Center)

14:05 - Introduction of the speakers (Prof. Dr. Philipp Sandner, Frankfurt School Blockchain Center)

14:45 - End of online panel

Who should participate?

• Employees and decision-makers from the financial sector interested in blockchain technology

• Innovators looking to get involved with digital currencies and decentralized finance

• Startup founders and startup enthusiasts interested in blockchain technology

• Researchers and scholars wanting to gain insight into blockchain-based investment opportunities

• Other groups of people with an interest in capital markets, crypto assets, and technology

Tickets and registration

Required via Eventbrite (free of charge); you will receive the URL for the live stream in advance.

Registration closes half an hour before the start of the event.