First Australian carbon units issued
*27 September 2012*
The Clean Energy Regulator has issued carbon units for the first time under the carbon pricing mechanism, signalling the commencement of the Australian carbon market.
Three applicants today received free carbon units under the Jobs and Competitiveness Program which were issued via the Australian National Registry of Emissions Units (ANREU).
Chloe Munro, Chair and Chief Executive Officer said “issuing units for the first time is a very significant moment in the establishment of the carbon pricing mechanism.”
“Industry assistance is a core component of the Clean Energy Future package administered by the Clean Energy Regulator.”
“The issuance of the units signals the start of a carbon market in Australia,” she said.
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