Carbon CreditsBeZero Carbon Secures $32 Million to Boost Carbon Market Integrity

BeZero Carbon Secures $32 Million to Boost Carbon Market Integrity



BeZero Carbon, a global leader in carbon ratings, has successfully raised $32 million in a Series C funding round. The funding will help enhance the transparency, reliability, and scalability of carbon markets. 

The funding round is led by GenZero, a Singapore-based decarbonization-focused investment firm. It also includes strategic contributions from Japan Airlines, Translink Innovation Fund, and long-standing investors such as Hitachi Ventures and EDF Pulse Ventures.

Rating the Future: How BeZero Is Transforming Carbon Markets

Since its inception, BeZero has been redefining carbon market valuations by introducing independent, risk-based project ratings. The BeZero Carbon Rating platform, launched in 2022, applies an 8-point scale to assess the quality of carbon credits

Projects with higher ratings command a 40% premium on average, signaling the growing importance of these ratings in the market.

BeZero Carbon rating framework
BeZero Carbon Rating scale and definitions

Carbon markets are pivotal to achieving global net-zero emissions targets. Experts estimate that a robust $100 billion carbon market could create 17 million jobs and channel $700 billion annually into climate action, rivaling the economic footprint of the oil and gas industry.

BeZero’s expansion comes at a critical juncture as governments, international organizations, and corporations increasingly turn to carbon markets to meet sustainability commitments.

The company’s rating platform provides insights into over 480 carbon credit projects. It has already attracted more than 100 corporate subscribers, including global entities like Equinor, UBS, and Woodside Energy.

Where Will be the Funds Used For?

The newly raised $32 million will enable BeZero to expand its ratings coverage into compliance markets, including: 

These markets are expected to play a vital role in global climate initiatives.

Additionally, the company will invest in automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to scale its offerings. This approach will improve efficiency and provide enhanced data and risk analytics, empowering stakeholders to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving market.

Tommy Ricketts, CEO and co-founder of BeZero Carbon, emphasized the importance of this huge raise remarking that: 

“Securing a Series C in the current climate is a huge vote of confidence in our brilliant team and independent carbon ratings. The funds will allow us to sustain our pace of innovation and expand our ratings coverage to compliance carbon markets, such as Article 6 and CORSIA, and the voluntary carbon market.”

BeZero’s commitment to advancing carbon markets is matched by its global reach. The company operates out of financial hubs in London, New York, and Singapore. As part of its expansion strategy, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer Sebastien Cross has relocated to Singapore to strengthen BeZero’s footprint in the Asia-Pacific region.

The Importance of Independent Ratings

The integrity of carbon markets depends on transparency and standardized assessments of quality. BeZero’s ratings address these challenges, offering critical insights into project risks, expected outcomes, and environmental impacts. By enhancing market credibility, BeZero facilitates greater investor confidence and capital flow into high-impact projects.

Frederick Teo, CEO of GenZero, highlighted the importance of BeZero’s work, noting that:

“Carbon ratings ensure market transparency and integrity. By leveraging data and scientific expertise, BeZero is catalyzing the capital needed to scale impactful climate solutions.”

The UK government also praised the investment, emphasizing its significance for the country’s green technology sector. The Baroness Gustafsson OBE, Minister for Investment, said that it represents a big vote of confidence in the country’s innovative green tech industries as it journeys to net zero.

Driving Market Transformation

BeZero’s platform is already revolutionizing how carbon credits are valued and traded. By providing actionable insights, the company helps stakeholders navigate a market historically criticized for its lack of transparency and inconsistent quality standards.

For instance, BeZero’s expansion into compliance markets like CORSIA and Article 6 aims to align voluntary and regulatory markets, creating a cohesive framework for global climate action. This alignment is crucial as more countries and organizations adopt stringent carbon reduction targets.

Automating the Future of Carbon Markets

Investing in advanced technologies is central to BeZero’s strategy. The integration of artificial intelligence and automation will enable the company to scale its ratings and analytics capabilities, delivering more precise and accessible insights. This technological edge positions the ratings agency as a leader in the digital transformation of carbon markets.

As global carbon markets grow, BeZero’s ratings will play an increasingly vital role in guiding investments toward projects that deliver real climate benefits. With its strategic focus, innovative tools, and global reach, it is well-positioned to drive the next phase of the energy transition and advance the world toward a sustainable future.

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