A6IP Releases 2026 Article 6 Implementation Status Report, Providing Comprehensive Insights into Global Article 6 Implementation

The Paris Agreement Article 6 Implementation Partnership (A6IP) has released the 2026 edition of the Article 6 Implementation Status Report, providing a comprehensive overview of global progress in implementing Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.

The report covers developments across 106 UNFCCC Parties and examines key trends related to Article 6.2 cooperative approaches, the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM), independent crediting programs, private-sector engagement, capacity-building initiatives, and the integration of Article 6 into the latest generation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC 3.0s).

The findings highlight the growing momentum behind international carbon market cooperation and the increasing role of Article 6 in supporting climate mitigation efforts worldwide.

Key Findings

• 94 Parties have authorization and/or tracking arrangements in place, in progress, or under consideration.

• 113 bilateral cooperation arrangements are now active across 68 Parties, covering 221 mitigation activities under Article 6.2.

• PACM continues to gain momentum, with 1,159 prior consideration notifications submitted and 415 CDM activities approved for transition.

• Independent crediting programs now include 8,948 activities with post-2021 crediting periods, alongside 99 Article 6-authorized activities and 48.2 million tCO₂e of authorized credits.

• 55% of private-sector respondents reporting improved government institutional capacity over the past 12 months.

• 81 Article 6-related capacity-building and implementation support programs are active globally, engaging more than 123 Parties.

• 91% of NDC 3.0 submissions indicate an intention to use or consider using Article 6, highlighting its growing role in achieving climate ambition.

The 2026 Status Report serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders seeking to understand emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in international carbon market cooperation.

Explore the Report

Explore the interactive report webpages here.

Join the Webinar

Register for the A6IP webinar on 28 October 2026 to learn more about the report's findings and their implications for Article 6 implementation here.