Jan 10, 2024
Controversy Over Switzerland's Purchase of Carbon Offsets from Thailand
Switzerland's purchase of carbon offsets from Thailand under the Paris Agreement's Article 6.2 is criticized due to doubts about the legitimacy of the emission reductions claimed. Critics argue that the shift to electric buses in Bangkok would have occurred independently, raising questions about the necessity of the offsets. Despite the controversy, Switzerland remains actively engaged in bilateral credit trading under Article 6.