Carbon markets have become a crucial tool in the global fight against climate change. This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of both compliance and voluntary carbon markets, exploring the evolving regulatory landscape and opportunities for corporate participants. As policies and market dynamics continue to evolve, accountants play a key role in ensuring market integrity and developing effective carbon strategies for businesses.

Featured Speakers

Hao Tian

Blended Finance Solutions Advisor, Global Climate Finance Accelerator

Adjunct Lecturer, University of Toronto

Hao Tian is a blended finance solutions advisor at the Global Climate Finance Accelerator and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Toronto. Hao has nearly a decade of experience in finance and sustainability across global banks in developed and emerging markets. She has held key roles in global capital markets, sustainability, advisory, technology, and risk management. With a strong track record in leading multi-million-dollar debt structuring and climate tech PE/VC fund investments, she has driven high-impact financial solutions at the intersection of finance and sustainability.

Yingzhi Sarah Tang

Senior Research Associate, Institute for Sustainable Finance

Yingzhi Sarah Tang is a senior research associate at the Institute for Sustainable Finance, housed at the Smith School of Business, Queen’s University. At the Institute, she currently leads research on voluntary carbon markets, the Canadian sustainable bond market, and transition finance.

With over five years of experience working in sustainable finance across North America, Asia, and Europe, she brings a global perspective to her work.

Outside of work, she finds joy in connecting with nature through travel, hiking, and nurturing tropical plants.

Event Information

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET (registration starts at 6:45 pm)

Session Format: Online Webinar (Zoom)

Language: English

CPD credit: 1.50 hours (ethics)

Cost: Members: $5, Non-members: $15

Enrolment Limit: 100 People

Registration Deadline: March 25, 2025 at 5:00 pm ET

Once registered, you will receive an email confirmation with webinar details. 

Active participation is mandatory for receiving the CPD certificate, including answering all poll questions. 

Please use the same name when registering on ccpaa.ca and joining the Zoom meeting.