The course begins with a discussion of when cap and trade might be the right tool to help control emissions. From there, the material looks at how to develop a cap and trade program and then how to implement and operate the program. Finally, assessment and communications strategies are discussed.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

After taking this course the learner will have an understanding of the following topics:

• How a cap and trade program works
• When a cap and trade program may or may not be the right tool
• How to go about setting a cap
• The benefits of different measurement approaches
• The other forms of emission trading programs
• The process for developing a cap and trade program
• How to implement a cap and trade program
• How to assess the success of a cap and trade program