RG 236 Do I need an AFS licence to participate in carbon markets?
Issued 30 September 2024
This guide is for:
- people involved in carbon abatement activities related to the Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCU) Scheme;
- people who enter into carbon abatement contracts related to the ACCU Scheme;
- responsible emitters for safeguard facilities;
- other participants in carbon markets; and
- people who advise carbon market participants.
You can use this guide to help you consider whether you need an AFS licence to participate in or provide financial product advice and other financial services in relation to carbon markets. This guide also indicates what other information ASIC has published that may be useful for you, and where you can find it.
Note: From 27 July 2020, applications for relief should be submitted through the ASIC Regulatory Portal. For more information, see how you apply for relief.