The promise and challenges of cryptocurrency technology for voluntary carbon markets

Cryptocurrency technology can play a significant role in revolutionizing voluntary carbon markets. The voluntary carbon markets (VCM), where companies and individuals trade carbon credits voluntarily, propel investment in carbon neutralization (removal) and compensation (avoidance and reduction) projects (McKinsey, 2021, p.13). The current VCM is complicated due to fragmented carbon standards, liquidity, and choices for corporate