Key Impact Points:
- New Learning Platform: Nasdaq, in collaboration with AirMiners, has launched the Nasdaq Carbon Academy, a free, self-paced online course for professionals seeking to integrate carbon dioxide removal (CDR) into their emissions strategies.
- Market-Focused Curriculum: The five-course program explores CDR fundamentals, market mechanisms, credit evaluation, portfolio budgeting, and contracting to help drive corporate climate action.
- Designed for Leaders: Tailored for environmental professionals, business leaders, and investors, the Academy aims to build confidence and capacity in using durable carbon removal credits.
Nasdaq and AirMiners Team Up on Carbon Removal Education
Nasdaq has unveiled the Nasdaq Carbon Academy, a free, self-paced online course designed to educate professionals on carbon dioxide removal (CDR) and its integration into corporate climate strategies. The program was co-developed with AirMiners, a climate innovation hub known for its accelerator and carbon market expertise.
“I am excited to announce that the fruitful collaboration between Nasdaq and AirMiners has resulted in the creation of an insightful educational tool tailored for those interested in the carbon dioxide removal market,” said Fredrik Ekström, Head of European Product Strategy and Management at Nasdaq and Chairman of Puro.earth. “With the launch of this platform, we aim to enhance awareness and education surrounding carbon markets.”
Built for Every Level of Expertise
The Academy offers five structured, interactive modules:
- Introduction to Carbon Dioxide Removal – Carbon cycle basics and CDR overview
- Core Carbon Dioxide Removal Concepts – Voluntary carbon market and quality criteria
- Carbon Dioxide Removal Methodologies – 10 distinct methodologies and evaluation criteria
- Quality, Value, and Aligning Incentives – MRV, stakeholder incentives, and price drivers
- Budgeting, Portfolios, and Contracting – Risk considerations, contract types, and portfolio planning
Participants can track their learning via a personalized dashboard, engage with exercises and case studies, and access live Q&A sessions upon completion.
Empowering the Next Wave of Sustainability Leaders
“We built this academy so sustainability leaders can go from curious to confident in carbon dioxide removal,” said Tito Jankowski, CEO of AirMiners. “I’m excited for the Carbon Academy to support the next wave of sustainability leaders and their teams to take action on their sustainability goals.”
Who Should Enroll
The platform is open to all and tailored for:
- Environmental professionals seeking deep knowledge of CDR credits
- Corporate leaders aiming to include CDR in net zero strategies
- Investors and market players interested in carbon market mechanisms
Nasdaq encourages anyone involved in sustainability, climate strategy, or carbon markets to enroll for free via its website.
“From foundational concepts to advanced applications, our content empowers you to take meaningful action in the evolving carbon markets,” the Academy’s website states.
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