#108 : Investing in carbon allowances - with Valentin Lautier
OCT 8, 202546 MIN
#108 : Investing in carbon allowances - with Valentin Lautier
OCT 8, 202546 MIN
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<p>What if you could invest in one of the most impactful markets for fighting climate change, while also accessing strong returns?</p><p>This week, I sat down with <strong>Valentin Lautier, co-founder of Homaio</strong>, to dive into the world of <strong>carbon allowances</strong>.</p><p>🔑 <strong>Key insights from our conversation:</strong></p><ul><li>Why emissions aren’t properly priced in today’s economic system.</li><li>The difference between <strong>carbon credits</strong> (voluntary offsets) and <strong>carbon allowances</strong> (a €800B regulatory market).</li><li>How allowances have delivered <strong>25% average annual returns</strong> over the past 10 years.</li><li>Why they behave like a hybrid asset : part commodity, part currency, part equity.</li><li>The role of regulation, risks, and opportunities for investors.</li></ul><p></p><p>💡 Until recently, this market was <strong>off-limits to individual investors</strong>. Platforms like <strong>Homaio</strong> are changing that, making it possible to invest with as little as €1,000.</p><p></p><p>If you’re curious about sustainable finance, portfolio diversification, or the mechanics of the EU carbon market, this episode is for you.</p>