International Transport Forum 123d ago

In this 30-minute online presentation and question-and-answer session, author Yaroslav Kholodov presents the findings of the latest ITF report, Can Book and Claim Support Low-Emission Transport? This report examines the book and claim chain of custody model as a potential mechanism to advance transport decarbonisation through the flexible procurement of low-emission fuels and services. It explores how environmental attributes can be transferred independently of physical delivery via this approach, broadening access to decarbonisation opportunities across regions and value chains. The report examines book and claim at the intersection of voluntary initiatives and regulatory frameworks, identifying the practical factors that determine its integrity and effectiveness.​ The publication maps stakeholders, schemes, platforms, voluntary frameworks, policies, and governance models that define current practice. It distinguishes between prerequisites for a robust and transparent system and indicators of progress that track its ongoing development. The report also provides guidance for policymakers, many of whom are not yet fully engaged with this topic, outlining how they could play a constructive role as facilitators across emerging industry and policy initiatives.​ Book and claim's application in transportation is rapidly evolving. The report is a snapshot in time that aims to help actors navigate this complex and fragmented landscape by consolidating existing knowledge and perspectives on book and claim to inform future dialogue and policymaking with balanced evidence that serves the interests of all stakeholders.