Topic:National Carbon Market Development and Carbon Finance Innovation

Speaker:Zhu Guohui, Deputy Party Secretary,China Carbon Emission Registration and Clearing Co., Ltd.

Host:Zhuang Ziguan, Professor,School of Finance, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law,Center for Carbon Trading and Carbon Finance Research

Time:Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 8:00–11:30

Location:Room 105, Wentian Building

Abstract

This lecture will focus on carbon market development and green finance, systematically analyzing global climate trends, interpreting climate policy developments across countries, progress in carbon market construction, and China's "3060" timeline and roadmap. It will provide an in-depth explanation of the national carbon market, covering the principles of carbon trading, the development process and system composition of China's carbon market, and its infrastructure platform. Additionally, the lecture will comprehensively outline the development of green finance, clarifying concepts such as green finance, climate investment and financing, and carbon finance. Practical cases of green finance in Hubei will be shared to highlight cutting-edge trends in climate governance.

Speaker

Zhu Guohui, Researcher, serves as Deputy Party Secretary, Vice Chairman of the Board, and President of the Research Institute at China Carbon Emission Registration and Clearing Co., Ltd. (CCERC). Mr. Zhu has held key positions in both government and enterprises, including roles as Assistant District Chief, Director of the Municipal Bureau of Science and Technology, and head of a local state-owned financial enterprise. During his tenure as Chairman of Hubei Carbon Emission Exchange, he actively promoted institutional reform and innovation, further advancing the Hubei carbon pilot program. Since joining CCERC, he has leveraged his experience in large-scale institutional governance to drive the establishment of CCERC, strengthen the national carbon registration and clearing system, ensure the secure operation and steady expansion of the national carbon market, and enhance international cooperation to expand CCERC's influence.