iPath Series B Carbon ETN (GRN)

Overview

The index is designed to offer investors a structured pathway to invest in the global carbon market, reflecting the price movements of carbon emissions credits. By focusing on futures contracts based on carbon emissions credits from major emissions trading systems, the index caters to the growing demand for investment vehicles that contribute to environmental sustainability. These futures contracts are primarily traded on the ICE Futures Europe exchange, ensuring a regulated and standardized environment for carbon trading. This innovative approach not only aligns with global carbon reduction goals but also offers investors the opportunity to participate in the emerging carbon economy.

Products and Services

The primary offerings of this index are centered around providing access to the carbon trading markets through the following instruments:

• Futures Contracts on Carbon Emissions Credits - These are derivative instruments that allow investors to speculate on or hedge against the future price of carbon emissions credits. The contracts are tied to the performance of emissions credits from two of the world’s leading emissions trading systems, providing a diversified exposure to the carbon market.
• Exposure to Major Emissions-Related Mechanisms - The index provides exposure to carbon prices through futures contracts related to major global emissions reduction mechanisms. This includes systems such as the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), among others, facilitating a broader understanding and participation in the global effort to reduce carbon emissions.
• Trading on the ICE Futures Europe Exchange - By listing the futures contracts on the ICE Futures Europe, the index ensures that participants have a transparent, reliable, and regulated platform for trading carbon futures. This helps in maintaining the integrity of the carbon market and provides confidence to investors seeking to contribute to environmental sustainability through their investments.