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AirCarbon Exchange

Singapore

Abbreviation

ACX

Location

Singapore

Region

Asia

Product Types

Carbon Credits, Voluntary Carbon

About AirCarbon Exchange

AirCarbon Exchange (ACX) is a Singapore-based digital carbon market and commodity exchange founded in 2019, specialising in voluntary carbon credits. ACX uses blockchain technology to tokenise and trade carbon credits from certified projects (VERRA, Gold Standard), enabling aviation, shipping, and industrial companies to offset their greenhouse gas emissions. As one of the first exchanges to bring digital infrastructure to voluntary carbon markets, ACX serves airlines, shipping companies, and corporations seeking to meet net-zero commitments. The exchange is regulated by the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) through its Abu Dhabi branch.

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