Introduction

This project is a core component of the course, designed to help students critically engage with the intersection of ESG, Fintech, and Carbon Markets. The goal is to evaluate how companies are leveraging innovation and sustainability practices to build credible and scalable carbon market solutions.

1. Project Scope

• Analyze how a company integrates ESG and Fintech into its carbon market strategy.
• Focus on strengths and limitations of the company’s approach.
• Avoid descriptive summaries; aim for critical and analytical evaluation.

2. Timing and Presentation Clarifications

• Each student (in the group with 5 members) will have approximately 3 minutes to present.

3. Evaluation

Individual assessment

A. Clarity of Presentation (25%) – Is the student’s section clear, structured, and engaging?

B. Depth of Analysis (25%) – Does the student go beyond description and show critical, evidence-based thinking?

C. Application of Course Concepts (25%) – Does the student demonstrate understanding by correctly applying relevant ESG, FinTech, and carbon market concepts in their individual section of the presentation?

D. Coverage of Assigned Subtopic (25%) – Does the student thoroughly and logically cover their assigned subtopic, showing clear understanding and supporting their points with relevant evidence or examples?

(i) How well you present your assigned section (clarity, structure, depth, confidence).

(ii) How you demonstrate understanding of your part during the presentation.

(iii) If questions are asked on your section, your answers will also be considered.

Tips for Presentation:

• Keep slides clear and visual (avoid text-heavy slides).
• Use data, charts, or case evidence where relevant.
• Anticipate possible questions from judges and classmates.

Assignment

FinTech for Climate Transparency – Your group is a climate-tech startup developing a digital platform. Prepare a 3 minute presentation based on this focus :

Could FinTech tools inadvertently shift power toward financial actors at the expense of communities generating the credits?

The other sections below will be already answered :

1) How can blockchain or tokenisation improve transparency and traceability in carbon credit markets?

2)What regulatory frameworks and oversight mechanisms are needed to prevent speculation and fraud in digital marketplaces?

3) How can DeFi tools expand access to carbon markets for small-scale or community projects?

4) How will your platform integrate with existing regulatory and voluntary market frameworks?