Carbon Project Investment

Accessing carbon finance can be complex, but it is also one of the most effective ways to make climate projects financially viable. Many promising initiatives lack the upfront resources or technical capacity to move from concept to a fully registered carbon project.

UPM bridges this gap. With over 30 years of experience in climate project development worldwide, we invest in and support projects to unlock their carbon finance potential. By combining funding, technical expertise, and market access, we ensure that projects not only generate high-quality carbon credits but also deliver measurable co-benefits for communities and ecosystems.

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Project Types

HOUSEHOLD

HOUSEHOLD BIOGAS
EFFICIENT COOK-STOVES
SAFE DRINKING WATER
SOLAR PUMPING
SOLAR LIGHTING

Industry

BIOGAS
COMPOSTING
LANDFILLS
WASTEWATER
MINI-GRIDS

Our Services &
Investment Support

UPM goes beyond advisory — we actively invest in projects to accelerate their path to carbon finance. Our support includes:

Early-Stage Funding

Providing financial backing for feasibility studies, project registration, and monitoring setup.

Shared-Risk Partnership

Co-investing alongside project owners to reduce upfront risks and enable project scaling.

Carbon Project Development

Managing and funding the entire process from eligibility assessment to validation, registration, and verification.

Carbon Asset Management

Structuring credit issuance and sales strategies to maximize long-term value.

Market Access

Leveraging UPM’s buyer networks to secure credit off-take agreements and trading opportunities.

Capacity Building

Training and equipping project owners and local partners for long-term sustainability.

Benefits for Project Owners

Working with UPM means more than just financing

it’s about unlocking a partnership built on credibility, impact, and long-term value.

Upfront Investment

Reduce financial barriers with UPM’s direct investment support.

De-risked Development

Share risks with an experienced partner who has delivered over 100 carbon projects worldwide.

Credible Credits

Ensure your project generates high-quality, independently recognized carbon credits.

Revenue & Growth

Access international carbon markets to generate sustainable revenue streams.

Enhanced Impact

Deliver climate action that also improves livelihoods, health, and ecosystems in line with the SDGs.

Trusted Partner

Work with a team combining technical expertise, transparency, and a proven track record in carbon finance.